1832
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Sharp-Tailed Finch is a 1832 ink by Robert Havell Jr., a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts a nest with three birds, two of which are perched on branches. The birds have brown and white feathers, with distinctive markings on their heads. The nest is made of twigs and grasses, and is situated in a grassy area with a few rocks in the foreground. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail in the textures and colors of the birds and their surroundings. The background is a muted brown color, which helps to focus the viewer's attention on the birds and their nest. The artist's use of color and texture creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting, drawing the viewer into the scene. For more information on the artist's style and technique, look up Havell, Jr., Robert.
The Havell family of Reading, Berkshire, England, included a number of notable engravers, etchers and painters, as well as writers, publishers, educators, and musicians.
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