Depictions of a Hoopoe and a Goshawk of Northern India
1820
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1820
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows two birds perched on a flat, purple surface. The bird on the left is small with a long, striped crest on its head. The bird on the right is larger, with speckled feathers and a sharp beak. The background is plain, letting the birds stand out. The larger bird looks like a hawk, while the smaller one has a crest like a hoopoe. The artist used simple shapes and bright colors to show details like feathers and claws. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
