Perdix barbata (Daurian Partridge)
1842
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1842
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Perdix barbata (Daurian Partridge) is a 1842 ink by John Gould, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows two birds standing on a rock surrounded by grass. The birds have brown and yellow feathers, with black spots on their wings and tails. They have long, pointed beaks and are looking in different directions. The birds are standing on a light-colored rock, which is surrounded by green grass. The background of the painting is a light beige color. The painting is a beautiful depiction of these birds in their natural habitat. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Gould, John.
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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