Dead Yellow-breasted Bird in Autumn Landscape

Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877, 1870s

This is a painting of a landscape scene featuring a bird. The artwork captures a scene with earthy tones and soft brushwork, depicting a tranquil scene where a bird lies on a textured ground composed of warm browns and blues. The lines suggest a natural setting, enhanced by a blend of muted pinks, browns, and blues for the sky. The image is divided into two portions by tall, thin branches with occasional leaves. There is an air of stillness and simplicity.
Artist
Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877
Date
1870s
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor on wove paper
Dimensions
9.53 × 7.62 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of a landscape scene featuring a bird. The artwork captures a scene with earthy tones and soft brushwork, depicting a tranquil scene where a bird lies on a textured ground composed of warm browns and blues. The lines suggest a natural setting, enhanced by a blend of muted pinks, browns, and blues for the sky. The image is divided into two portions by tall, thin branches with occasional leaves. There is an air of stillness and simplicity.

Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877