Brown Bird with a Butterfly
1734
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1734
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a bird with a long tail perched on a branch, its beak open as if calling. Nearby, a butterfly with delicate wings floats in the air. The ground below has simple plants and rocks, drawn in soft colors. The bird’s long claws grip the branch tightly, while the butterfly’s wings have subtle patterns. This style looks like it’s from an old scientific drawing. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
