A Turkey 1600 - 1700

This anonymous watercolor painting, titled "A Turkey," showcases a detailed depiction of a wild turkey, likely created between 1600 and 1700. The painting features a lifelike portrayal of the bird, emphasizing its plumage and distinctive features, including the wattle and snood. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and use of watercolor create a realistic and engaging representation of this common North American bird, reflecting the growing interest in natural history and scientific illustration during this period. The artwork is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.