This is a painting of two birds in a natural setting. It features two birds with dark feathers; one bird is pecking at the ground while the other stands upright with a speckled body and a colorful head. The background includes a small plant with a purple flower on the left and a palm tree on the right. The birds are depicted within an oval border, surrounded by inscriptions. The attention to detail in the feathers and the plant life is indicative of a naturalistic style.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c.1575/1590s
- Medium
- watercolor and gold paint on parchment
- Dimensions
- 5279 × 4003 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original