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Calothorax heliodori

John Gould and H.C. Richter

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of hummingbirds interacting with a large flower. The artwork features a group of small, vibrantly colored hummingbirds with vivid green, red, and orange hues. They are hovering and perching around a large white flower with delicate petals and light orange stamens. The background consists of soft, pastel shades of blue and beige. The style is reminiscent of John Gould, known for detailed illustrations of birds. The composition conveys a sense of liveliness and highlights the beauty of the birds in their natural habitat.

Artwork Details

Medium
hand-colored lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
3388 × 5249 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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