Vine Ornament with Two Birds
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a black-and-white drawing of twisting vines and leaves. The branches curve around a small rectangle, filled with flowers and buds. Two birds sit on the vines—one at the top, one in the middle—looking calm. The artist used fine lines and shading to make the leaves look textured. This style was common in early printed designs. Next, check out engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
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