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Argus Pheasant (Argusianus Argus)

W. Hart

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of three pheasants in a lush, tropical forest. The birds are detailed with intricate patterns and eye-like spots on their feathers, resembling a peacock's tail. The background features green foliage, water with reflections, and rich, vibrant colors including browns, oranges, and varying shades of green.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1850-1883
Medium
hand-colored lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
5105 × 3489 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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