Plate 25: Great Spotted Woodpecker, Bullfinches, Sparrows, and Other Birds

Joris Hoefnagel

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of various birds perched on branches. The painting depicts an array of birds resting on intricately detailed branches of a tree. Each bird is distinct in color and size. The branches are detailed with leaves, extending off the frame of the oval illustration. The birds are carefully illustrated, showcasing the unique patterns and colors of their feathers. Above the composition, there is a Latin inscription, with numbers marked near each bird. The perimeter is encompassed by an oval frame, embodying a detailed and observational style reminiscent of traditional ornithological studies.