Malachite Kingfisher Possibly 1779 - 1788

"Malachite Kingfisher" is a watercolor painting by Dutch artist Jan Brandes, dated between 1779 and 1788. The painting depicts a kingfisher perched on a rock by the water, its bright blue and green plumage rendered with meticulous detail. Brandes was known for his accurate and lifelike depictions of birds, often creating them for scientific studies. The painting, with its precise detail and elegant composition, showcases the artist's skill in capturing the beauty and complexity of nature. This artwork is a great example of 18th-century naturalism in art and ornithological illustration.