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På et bord står et fuglebur med kongens våben, hvori der er et par selskabsfugle

Unknown

oil

canvas

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Allegory

Dominant colour

På et bord står et fuglebur med kongens våben, hvori der er et par selskabsfugle is an oil by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a birdcage on a table, with two birds inside. The cage is covered with a net and has a small perch for the birds to sit on. The table is ornate, with carved legs and a decorative top. In the background, there are some columns and a curtain, which suggests that the scene is set in a grand, indoor space. The painting is done in oil paint, which gives it a rich, textured look. The colors are muted, with shades of brown and gray dominating the palette. The overall effect is one of quiet, contemplative elegance.