Ptarmigan Calling in the Snow by Archibald Thorburn

Ptarmigan Calling in the Snow 1926

archibaldthorburn

Private Collection

snow

abstract painting

bird

impressionist landscape

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

fluid art

neo expressionist

acrylic on canvas

animal portrait

animal drawing portrait

expressionist

"Ptarmigan Calling in the Snow" is a 1926 painting by renowned British wildlife artist Archibald Thorburn (1860-1935). The artwork depicts a group of ptarmigans, a type of grouse, in a snowy mountain landscape. Thorburn, known for his meticulous attention to detail and accurate portrayal of animal life, captures the birds' distinctive plumage and behavior in a realistic and captivating manner. The painting is a testament to Thorburn's expertise in ornithological art, highlighting the beauty and resilience of these creatures in their natural habitat.