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Urocissa cucullata

H.C. Richter

1850

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Early 19th Century Animal

Dominant colour

Urocissa cucullata is a 1850 ink by H.C. Richter, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: H.C. Richter
When & what style?: 1850 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows two birds perched on branches with green leaves and small flowers. The bird on the left has a black head, white chest, and bold black-and-white striped tail. The other bird is smaller, with a similar black head but a simpler tail pattern. The background is plain, keeping focus on the birds and their natural setting. The artist used careful detail to show the birds’ feathers and the plant’s textures. The colors are soft but precise, making the scene look almost real. Next, look up lithography to see how this print was made.