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An unidentified bird, by Unknown, paint, 1860

An unidentified bird

Unknown

1860

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

An unidentified bird is a 1860 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1860 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a single bird perched on a thin branch. The bird has a long, curved beak, black-and-white feathers, and a calm, focused look. Behind it, a small tree with green leaves grows from the branch, and in the distance, soft blue mountains rise over a yellow-brown landscape. The artist kept the colors simple but used smooth brushstrokes to blend the sky and water. The bird’s feathers are flat, almost like a sketch, while the mountains have a faint glow. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.

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