Crowned Pigeon Possibly 1786

"Crowned Pigeon" is a watercolor painting created by Dutch artist Jan Brandes, possibly in 1786. The artwork depicts a crowned pigeon, a bird native to New Guinea, in detailed, lifelike form. Brandes's meticulous approach to detail is evident in the bird's plumage, from the delicate feathers of its crown to the subtle shades of blue on its body. The painting likely formed part of a larger collection of bird illustrations by the artist, demonstrating his expertise in scientific observation and artistic rendering.