Flamingos and Shells

Deutsche Grafik 1830–1850, gepubliceerd 1833/1839

Two-section bird's-eye view illustration. Top section: hazy horizon, light blue sky merges with sea, rocky formation with shells. Mollusk extending towards the right. Additional shells scattered. Delicate, precise brushstrokes. Lower section: large pink flamingo with orange accent feathers on green land. Ocean with mountain range in the distance. Soft, swirling clouds in the sky. Other flamingos by shore near a small boat. Soft color palette with earthy tones and gentle blues.
Kunstenaar
Deutsche Grafik 1830–1850
Datering
gepubliceerd 1833/1839
Soort
Prent
Techniek
hand-colored (?) engraving
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

Two-section bird's-eye view illustration. Top section: hazy horizon, light blue sky merges with sea, rocky formation with shells. Mollusk extending towards the right. Additional shells scattered. Delicate, precise brushstrokes. Lower section: large pink flamingo with orange accent feathers on green land. Ocean with mountain range in the distance. Soft, swirling clouds in the sky. Other flamingos by shore near a small boat. Soft color palette with earthy tones and gentle blues.

Deutsche Grafik 1830–1850