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Myiabeillia typica (Abeille's Hummingbird), by John Gould, ink, 1842

Myiabeillia typica (Abeille's Hummingbird)

John Gould

1842

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Myiabeillia typica (Abeille's Hummingbird) is a 1842 ink by John Gould, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
John Gould
When & what style?
1842 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting features a large white flower with a pink center and green leaves, accompanied by two small hummingbirds perched on stems. The birds have green feathers with white chests and long beaks. In the background, a soft blue sky is visible, with a subtle pink glow near the horizon. The overall atmosphere of the painting is serene and naturalistic. This painting is a beautiful example of Romanticism, and you can learn more about the movement by exploring the world of Romanticism.

About the artist

Portrait of John Gould
Artist

John Gould

John Gould (; 14 September 1804 – 3 February 1881) was an English ornithologist who published monographs on birds, illustrated by plates produced by his wife, Elizabeth Gould, and several other artists, including Edward…

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