Spiegelpauw 1759 - 1842

"Spiegelpauw" is a detailed, realistic depiction of a peacock in a standing pose, created by Pieter Pietersz. Barbiers between 1759 and 1842. The artwork utilizes a combination of pen and ink with watercolor washes on paper. The bird's plumage, rendered in various shades of brown and grey, is intricately detailed, with the peacock's signature "eye" patterns subtly rendered in shades of purple and blue. The composition is simple and elegant, showcasing the peacock against a plain, off-white background.