Patrijs 1759 - 1842

This watercolor painting, titled "Patrijs", was created by Dutch artist Pieter Pietersz. Barbiers between 1759 and 1842. The work depicts a grey partridge, a common game bird, standing on a rock with its head held high and its feathers meticulously rendered. This type of realistic depiction was common in 18th-century Dutch art, often used for scientific or educational purposes. The artist's keen attention to detail highlights the intricate beauty of the bird's plumage and anatomy.