Artwork
A Rook
A Rook is a watercolor work on paper by the Baroque artist Charles Collins. It dates from 1740 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
A Rook is a watercolour painting created by Charles Collins in 1740. The work features a detailed depiction of a bird against a plain background.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a single rook perched on a branch, with a focus on the bird's texture and feather detail. The level of detail suggests a scientific or observational approach to the subject.
Technique & Style
The artist used soft shading to capture the bird's plumage, particularly the glossy appearance of its feathers. This attention to detail was characteristic of scientific drawings during this period.
History & Provenance
The painting is signed and dated by the artist, indicating its creation in 1740.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Collins (c. 1680 – 1744) was an Irish painter. Collins was primarily a painter of animals and still life. He was one of the first still life artists in Britain of great quality, following the tradition of…
