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Red and Black Bird

George Edwards

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a bird perched on a branch. The bird has red plumage on its head and upper body, transitioning to darker feathers in the wings and tail, and soft grays in between. It stands on a gnarled branch against a plain background. The bird has a black beak and appears alert. The branch is textured with bark and has a subtle green tinge, and there are small foliage details at the base.

Artwork Details

Medium
hand-colored etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3401 × 4193 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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