Three Flamingos near a Basin 1872
augustallebe
vegetal
naturalistic theme
natural world styling
agricultural
green background
muted green
greenery
watercolour illustration
green and neutral
warm toned green
"Three Flamingos near a Basin" (1872), a watercolor by Dutch artist August Allebé, depicts three flamingos in a naturalistic setting. The birds, rendered in a detailed and lifelike manner, are depicted drinking from a circular basin, their long, elegant necks bent downwards. The background features a fence and foliage, creating a sense of depth and realism. Allebé's meticulous attention to detail and use of light and shadow bring the scene to life, showcasing his expertise in animal portraiture. The artwork is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
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August Allebé produced this worked-up drawing on the basis of sketches he had made on the spot in the zoo. He used a surprising palette of bright and natural colours. In his early work he favoured dark brown and red tints. Perhaps this change was brought about by all of the drawing he did out of doors.
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