Kop van een papegaai by Theo van Hoytema

Kop van een papegaai 1878 - 1908

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natural stone pattern

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toned paper

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abstract painting

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possibly oil pastel

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carved into stone

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underpainting

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carved

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natural texture

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mixed medium

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watercolor

"Kop van een papegaai" (Head of a Parrot), created between 1878 and 1908 by Dutch artist Theo van Hoytema, is an expressive and detailed depiction of a parrot's head. The artwork is a masterful example of the artist's skill in capturing the textures and nuances of animal subjects through his use of line and shading. The parrot's feathers are rendered with meticulous precision, giving a sense of both softness and strength. The piece is a testament to the artist's fascination with nature and his ability to translate it into art. The work is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the artist's contribution to the Dutch art scene.

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