Flowers and Birds
1325
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1325
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows two birds perched on thin branches. One bird is gray with a black crest, facing left, while the other is smaller and darker, facing down. The branches hold clusters of white flowers with green leaves and a few red buds. The background is a plain, light brown color, letting the birds and flowers stand out. The artist used simple lines and soft colors to make the scene feel calm. The flowers and birds are drawn carefully, but the overall look is gentle and natural. If you like this style, look up Qian Xuan.
