Javaanse kwartel Possibly 1785

This watercolor painting by Dutch artist Jan Brandes, likely dated to 1785, depicts a Javanese Quail, a small bird native to Southeast Asia. The painting is highly detailed, showcasing Brandes’s meticulous observation of the bird's anatomy, particularly its plumage. Rendered in a realistic style, the painting captures the bird's lifelike features, including its short, rounded wings and long, slender legs. This work exemplifies Brandes's contribution to the burgeoning field of natural history illustration in the late 18th century.