Ibis 1876

"Ibis" is a watercolor painting by the French Symbolist painter Gustave Moreau. Created in 1876, it depicts a single ibis bird, its plumage rendered in rich browns and whites against a pale background. Moreau's interest in exotic birds, particularly their symbolism in ancient mythologies, is evident here. This work, like many of Moreau's, offers a glimpse into his fascination with the mythical and the mystical, blending natural observation with symbolic meaning. The piece currently resides in the Musée National Gustave Moreau in Paris, France.