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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Carduelis, The Goldfinch is a 1644 ink by Albert Flamen, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image is a black-and-white etching of a wild scene. Birds—some perched, some flying—fill a tangled thicket of branches and flowers. The sky above is lightly sketched with wispy clouds, and a few birds hover near the top edge. The ground looks uneven, with patches of grass and rocks. The artist focused on small details, like the feathers on each bird and the texture of the plants. The name "Carduelis" hints this might be about goldfinches, a type of bird. Want to see more? Check out etching to learn how artists like this made prints.
Albert Flamen (c. 1620 – after 1669) was a Flemish engraver, painter, and tapestry designer. He was active in Paris, where he worked mainly as an illustrator on numerous publications.
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