Two Birds, One with Very Long Tailfeathers, and Blue Butterfly Possibly 1745

"Two Birds, One with Very Long Tailfeathers, and Blue Butterfly" is an engraving by English naturalist and artist George Edwards, likely created around 1745. The artwork features a detailed and realistic depiction of two birds perched on branches, one with an exceptionally long tail, along with a vibrant blue butterfly. The meticulous attention to detail and the lifelike portrayal of the birds and butterfly exemplify Edwards's expertise in ornithological illustration. Edwards's work was highly regarded for its scientific accuracy and artistic merit, contributing significantly to the advancement of natural history studies.