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Bird Study: Rosy Faced Love Bird

George Edwards , 1741

Bird Study: Rosy Faced Love Bird, by George Edwards, 1741
Bird Study: Rosy Faced Love Bird, by George Edwards, 1741

Bird Study: Rosy Faced Love Bird is a drawing by the Baroque artist George Edwards. It dates from 1741 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.
1989.229
Credit line
Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. Millikin

About this work

Overview

Bird Study: Rosy Faced Love Bird is a drawing created by George Edwards in 1741. It is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a colorful bird, likely a species popular among English collectors, with a rosy face and detailed feathers and beak.

Technique & Style

The artist rendered the bird with precise attention to detail, capturing its plumage and features with clarity.

Artist & collection

Artist

George Edwards

George Edwards (1694–1773) was a British artist.

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Who painted Bird Study: Rosy Faced Love Bird?

Bird Study: Rosy Faced Love Bird was painted by George Edwards in 1741.

Where can I see Bird Study: Rosy Faced Love Bird?

Bird Study: Rosy Faced Love Bird is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Bird Study: Rosy Faced Love Bird?

Bird Study: Rosy Faced Love Bird is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Bird Study: Rosy Faced Love Bird?

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