To døde paradisfugle, en han og en hun 1520 - 1562

Christoph Amberger's "To døde paradisfugle, en han og en hun" (Two Dead Birds of Paradise, a Male and a Female) is a watercolor painting depicting a male and female bird of paradise, likely from New Guinea. The detailed rendering of the birds’ plumage in browns, yellows, and oranges showcases Amberger's skill in capturing the intricate beauty of these exotic creatures. This piece, created between 1520 and 1562, provides insight into the interest in natural history and the exotic during the Renaissance. The painting is currently held at SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst.