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A Kingfisher Watching Fish

Unknown

1750

unspecified

From the collection of Brooklyn Museum

Rococo painting 18th Century Animal

Dominant colour

A Kingfisher Watching Fish is a 1750 unspecified by Unknown, a Rococo painting work, held at Brooklyn Museum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1750 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Brooklyn Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a kingfisher perched on a tree branch, gazing down at the water below. The bird is rendered in black and white, with its feathers intricately detailed. A few fish swim in the water, while a tree with pink flowers stands behind the kingfisher. The background of the painting is a soft, creamy color. The kingfisher's gaze is fixed intently on the water, as if waiting for the perfect moment to strike. The surrounding foliage adds a sense of tranquility to the scene, while the kingfisher's sharp eyes convey a sense of focus. To learn more about the techniques used in this painting, explore the world of chiaroscuro.