Artwork
Depictions of a Indian house-sparrow and a Painted sand-grouse (male) of Northern India
Depictions of a Indian house-sparrow and a Painted sand-grouse (male) of Northern India is a paint painting by the Patna School of Painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1820 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This watercolor painting depicts two birds from northern India, an Indian house-sparrow and a male Painted sand-grouse, against a plain background.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features two distinct bird species, rendered in detail. The house sparrow is shown in muted brown and grey tones, while the Painted sand-grouse displays a more vibrant color scheme with white, black, and brown stripes.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of color and attention to detail creates a sense of movement and energy, drawing the viewer's attention to the birds' unique characteristics.
History & Provenance
The painting was presented to the Victoria and Albert Museum in 1929 by Robert Scott Greenshields, who served in the Indian Civil Service from 1879 to 1910.
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