Watercolour of a bird by Olivia Fanny Tonge
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Watercolour of a bird by Olivia Fanny Tonge
Watercolour by Olivia Fanny Tonge. 180mm x 260mm. From one of sixteen sketchbooks presented to the Museum in 1952
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Annotated Belt Bill Breast Curved Olivia Fanny Olivia Fanny Tonge Perched Perching Rump Sauropsida Angiospermae Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite watercolor painting, titled "Bird Perched on a Flowering Plant," is a stunning creation by the talented Olivia Fanny Tonge. Measuring 180mm by 260mm, this illustration is taken from one of sixteen sketchbooks that were generously donated to the museum in 1952. The focal point of the painting is a beautifully rendered bird, perched gracefully on the curved branch of an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant. The avian subject, a member of the Aves class and the Sauropsida subclass, boasts an intricately detailed anatomy. Its pink cap, or crest, adorns the top of its head, while its red rump adds a pop of color to the otherwise blue and grey composition. The bird's beak, or bill, is open slightly, as if it has just taken a bite from the nearby flower. The flowers, in various stages of bloom, add a delightful touch of vibrancy to the scene. The annotated label at the bottom of the page identifies the plant as a magnoliophyta, a type of flowering plant that includes many common flowering plants. The delicate brushstrokes and precise shading showcase Olivia Fanny Tonge's exceptional watercolor skills. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the textured appearance of the bird's feathers and the intricate veining on the leaves of the plant. This illustration is a testament to Tonge's keen observation skills and her ability to capture the beauty of nature in her artwork.
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