The Blue Bird about to fly
1911
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1911
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows two people standing indoors near a window with light coming through. The person on the left holds a small blue bird in their hand, while the person on the right reaches out toward it. The woman wears a white dress with dark dots, and the man has on a dark coat. The room looks simple, with a wooden chair and a plain wall behind them. The bird’s bright blue color stands out against the muted tones of their clothes and the room. The scene feels calm, like a quiet moment between two people. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
