Who painted Wagtail, Eagle, and Turtledove?

Wagtail, Eagle, and Turtledove was painted by Adriaen Collaert in 1600.

Where can I see Wagtail, Eagle, and Turtledove?

Wagtail, Eagle, and Turtledove is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Wagtail, Eagle, and Turtledove?

Wagtail, Eagle, and Turtledove is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Wagtail, Eagle, and Turtledove?

Museum-quality prints of Wagtail, Eagle, and Turtledove are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Wagtail, Eagle, and Turtledove

Adriaen Collaert , 1600

Wagtail, Eagle, and Turtledove is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Adriaen Collaert. It dates from 1600 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:across top in plate: AVIVM ICONVM EDITIO SECVNDA.; above bird on left in plate: Parix; beside head of central bird in plate: Aquila; above bird on right in plate: Turtur; lower right in plate: Adr. Collaert / fecit et excud.; lower left in plate: 1.

About this work

Overview

Wagtail, Eagle, and Turtledove is an engraving on laid paper created by Adriaen Collaert around 1600.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts three birds on a branch: an eagle flanked by a wagtail and a turtledove. The birds are set against a distant landscape with buildings and a river. The title suggests the birds may symbolize abstract concepts or ideas beyond their literal representation.

Technique & Style

The engraving showcases precise detail, particularly in the birds' feathers, which are etched to convey texture. The contrast between the sharp foreground and hazy background emphasizes the birds.