Twee pelikanen aan de waterkant 1884 - 1904

"Twee pelikanen aan de waterkant" (Two Pelicans at the Water's Edge) is a 1884-1904 illustration by Reinier Willem Petrus de Vries, a Dutch artist known for his detailed and stylized animal drawings. This particular piece showcases two pelicans, one standing and the other resting, against a backdrop of a calm blue body of water. The use of flat, bold colors and simplified forms creates a striking visual effect, characteristic of de Vries's unique artistic style. This charming artwork is a fine example of his talent for capturing the grace and beauty of nature.