Dwergpapagaaien Possibly 1785 - 1786

"Dwergpapagaaien" (Dwarf Parrots) is a watercolor painting by Dutch artist Jan Brandes, created sometime between 1785 and 1786. The small-scale work, measuring just 195 mm in height and 155 mm in width, depicts four parrots in various poses, showcasing the artist's keen eye for detail and naturalism. Brandes, a renowned painter of birds, captured the delicate plumage and vibrant colors of these small parrots with precision and grace, highlighting his mastery of the genre.