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Two Birds, One with Very Long Tailfeathers, and Blue Butterfly

George Edwards

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of two birds perched on branches, with a blue butterfly in the scene. The artwork depicts a scene with a bird below, featuring speckled plumage of brown and orange tones, its beak open. Above this bird, another one perches on a twig, showcasing long tail feathers and a breast with a reddish spot. The twig extends from a branch with green leaves. A delicate blue butterfly hovers nearby. The painting has a realistic style, capturing details of each subject.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1745
Medium
hand-colored etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3355 × 4571 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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