Golden Pheasant (Chrysolophus pictus)

Britische Grafik 1796–1803, c. 1801

The artwork is a vertical illustration depicting a Golden Pheasant perched on a small branch. The bird is positioned centrally, facing right, with its body slightly angled. Its plumage is detailed, showing a mix of colors including green, orange, pink, and yellow. The pheasant's long tail feathers extend downward, featuring a pattern of alternating dark and light sections with hints of red. The head displays a crest, and the beak is red. The background is a plain, light beige.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1796–1803
Date
c. 1801
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor over graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
34.3 × 28.3 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The artwork is a vertical illustration depicting a Golden Pheasant perched on a small branch. The bird is positioned centrally, facing right, with its body slightly angled. Its plumage is detailed, showing a mix of colors including green, orange, pink, and yellow. The pheasant's long tail feathers extend downward, featuring a pattern of alternating dark and light sections with hints of red. The head displays a crest, and the beak is red. The background is a plain, light beige.

Britische Grafik 1796–1803