Spathura peruana (Peruvian Racket-Tail)
1842
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1842
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows two green birds with long tails and orange spots on their wings. They are perched on a branch with blue berries and green leaves. The background is a soft, peach-colored sky. The birds are facing each other, and one of them is flying towards the other. The branch they are on is thin and curved, with a few leaves and berries scattered along it. The overall effect is one of delicate beauty and intricate detail. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.
