Les vautours et les pigeons (Vultures and Pigeons)
Jean-Baptiste Oudry, published 1756
- 작가
- Jean-Baptiste Oudry
- 연대
- published 1756
- 종류
- 기법
- hand-colored etching
- 소장처
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- 라이선스
- 퍼블릭 도메인, CC0
이미지 설명
The image shows birds in flight and on the ground. The scene includes trees, hills, an old building with a red-tiled roof, and greenery. The brushstrokes are detailed, emphasizing texture. The color palette is earthy with browns, greens, and blues. Closest to the viewer are an eagle and a downed pigeon, with more pigeons nearby. In the distance, more birds are in flight. The overall effect is one of tension and motion within a calm setting.