Artwork
The Little Black Bullfinch (Rubicilla minor nigra)
The Little Black Bullfinch (Rubicilla minor nigra) is an ink print by the Baroque artist Johann Michael Seligmann. It dates from 1752 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Little Black Bullfinch is a print created by Johann Michael Seligmann around 1750.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a black bullfinch perched on a branch amidst lush green foliage, showcasing the bird's sleek feathers and the surrounding leaves' varied hues.
Technique & Style
Seligmann employed etching and engraving techniques, later enhanced with hand coloring, to produce the image on laid paper, demonstrating his technical skill.
History & Provenance
The print dates to circa 1752, a period when detailed natural history illustrations were being produced with increasing frequency.
Artist & collection
