White-crowned Pigeon
1833
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1833
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This picture shows two white-crowned pigeons perched on a branch. Their feathers are mostly dark blue and green, with white patches on their heads. Bright orange flowers grow nearby, adding a pop of color. The artist used careful lines to show every feather and leaf. This kind of detail was common in nature prints from the 1800s. Look up engraving to see how artists like this made precise prints.
