Golden-Crested Wren

About this work

This picture shows two small birds perched on a plant with long, purple flowers and broad green leaves. One bird has a bright yellow crest, while the other has a red eye. The background is plain white, focusing all attention on the birds and the plant. The artist used fine lines and shading to make the feathers and leaves look real. Tiny details, like the texture of the leaves and the birds’ feathers, show careful work. Want to see more like this? Look up engraving.