Wood Chat 1789

"Wood-Chat," a watercolor on paper by William Lewin (1795 - ?), is a detailed study of the titular bird perched on a twig. The artwork, dated 1789, showcases Lewin's meticulous attention to detail, highlighting the bird's distinctive plumage and anatomical features. This piece, now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, exemplifies the 18th-century fascination with scientific illustration and the beauty of the natural world.