Umbrella bird
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
The painting shows a bird with a large beak and a tuft of feathers on its head. The bird is standing on its feet, facing left. It has a black body with some white and blue feathers on its neck and chest. The background is a light beige color. The bird's feathers are detailed, with some texture and shading. Its beak is long and pointed, and its eyes are small and round. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. If you're interested in learning more about this type of artwork, you might want to look up the artist, Smith, Arthur Reginald.
