Eucephala caerulea (Blue-chinned Sapphire)
1842
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1842
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows two bright green hummingbirds hovering near flowers. One bird is perched on a red bloom at the top, while the other rests on a leaf below. The flowers have yellow clusters and green leaves, all drawn with careful detail. The artist used hand coloring to make the birds and plants look vivid. The name *Eucephala caerulea* is written at the bottom, which is the scientific name for the Blue-chinned Sapphire. Check out the technique: lithography to see how this image was made.
