Spathura underwoodi (White-footed Racket-Tail)
John Gould,
- Kunstenaar
- John Gould
- Soort
- Prent
- Techniek
- hand-colored lithograph
- Afmetingen
- 55,8 × 38,5 cm
- Collectie
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licentie
- Publiek domein, CC0
Beeldbeschrijving
This is a painting of three vividly colored hummingbirds perched amidst the twisting tendrils and broad green leaves of a vine plant bearing a detailed blossom. The birds exhibit iridescent green feathers with long, slender tail feathers. The vine is elegantly entwined, displaying flowers and buds with meticulous detail against a softly hued background.