Bird and Flower c. 18th century

"Bird and Flower" is a hanging scroll painting created by Chinese artist Zhang Yu (1734-1803) around the 18th century. The artwork is currently located at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The scroll features a delicate depiction of a bird perched on a branch amidst lush foliage, painted in the characteristically elegant and refined style of the Qing dynasty. The meticulous details of the leaves and the expressive rendering of the bird showcase Zhang Yu's mastery of ink and brushwork, a hallmark of traditional Chinese painting.