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Yellow Oriole (Icterus nigrogularis), 1700-1800. Creator: Pieter Gevers
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Yellow Oriole (Icterus nigrogularis), 1700-1800. Creator: Pieter Gevers
Yellow Oriole (Icterus nigrogularis), 1700-1800. Design for a print
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This exquisite 18th century artwork depicts a Yellow Oriole (Icterus nigrogularis), a vibrant and inquisitive passerine native to Central and South America. The intricately detailed drawing, created by Dutch artist Pieter Gevers between 1700 and 1800, showcases the bird's stunning plumage with its bright yellow body contrasting against the black mask around its eyes and throat. The Yellow Oriole is perched on a slender branch, its beak slightly open as if in a state of curiosity or contemplation. Gevers' masterful use of chalk, pencil, and watercolor paint brings the bird to life, capturing the delicate texture of its feathers and the subtle nuances of its coloration. The artwork is a testament to the artist's keen observation skills and the advanced ornithological knowledge of the time. The Yellow Oriole was a subject of great interest to naturalists and collectors during the 18th century, as the Low Countries of Europe, particularly the Netherlands, were at the forefront of scientific exploration and discovery. This print, which may have been intended for inclusion in a natural history publication or as a decorative piece, reflects the growing fascination with the natural world and the desire to document and preserve its wonders. Today, this beautiful artwork is a valuable addition to the collections of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, a testament to the rich artistic and scientific heritage of the Netherlands and Europe as a whole.
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