Mallard, Duck, and Swallow
1600
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
Adriaen Collaert
Adriaen Collaert (1560–1618) was a Flemish artist, born in Antwerp.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Mallard, Duck, and Swallow is a 1600 ink by Adriaen Collaert, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image is an engraving of three birds in a landscape. The birds are a mallard, a duck, and a swallow. They are standing in a grassy area with plants and flowers around them. In the background, there is a body of water with trees and buildings on the other side. The sky is cloudy. The engraving is done in a detailed style, with cross-hatching used to create texture and depth. The birds are rendered in a realistic way, with their feathers and beaks clearly visible. The engraving is part of the Renaissance movement and is held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up engraving.
Adriaen Collaert (1560–1618) was a Flemish artist, born in Antwerp.
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