Two canaries 1763

"Two Canaries" (1763) by Aert Schouman is a watercolor painting depicting two canaries perched on a branch. Schouman was a Dutch artist known for his detailed and accurate depictions of birds. The painting's realistic portrayal of the birds' plumage and posture highlights Schouman's mastery of animal anatomy and naturalism, a hallmark of the 18th-century art movement, which emphasized the scientific study and representation of nature. This piece is currently housed at the Städel Museum.