Who painted Macaw on a Pine Branch?

Macaw on a Pine Branch was painted by Andō Hiroshige in 1842.

Where can I see Macaw on a Pine Branch?

Macaw on a Pine Branch is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Macaw on a Pine Branch?

Macaw on a Pine Branch is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Macaw on a Pine Branch?

Museum-quality prints of Macaw on a Pine Branch are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Macaw on a Pine Branch

Andō Hiroshige , 1842

Macaw on a Pine Branch is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Andō Hiroshige. It dates from 1842 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Macaw on a Pine Branch is a color woodcut print created by Andō Hiroshige in 1842.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a bright green macaw perched on a pine branch, surrounded by pale pink peony flowers, with the bird's red belly and blue wings contrasting against the dark green pine needles.

Technique & Style

Hiroshige employed the woodblock printing technique to produce this work, characterized by fresh colors and clean lines.

Context

As part of a broader body of work, Macaw on a Pine Branch reflects Hiroshige's use of woodblock prints to create affordable, widely disseminated images.