1737
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Red Legged Thrush (Turdus plumbeus) is a 1737 ink by Mark Catesby, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a bird standing on a rock, surrounded by leaves and branches. The bird has a long tail and a distinctive red leg. The bird is depicted in a realistic style, with attention to detail in its feathers and beak. The background is a muted color, which helps the bird stand out. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look into the Baroque movement.
Mark Catesby (24 March 1683 – 23 December 1749) was an English naturalist who studied the flora and fauna of the New World.
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