A Heron

Unknown

late 18th century · Water-color on paper · Islamic Art

Produced during the British colonial period, this study of a heron shows great detail in all aspects of the depiction. Textures are conveyed through the meticulous use of watercolor. An inscription written in pencil, now smudged and mostly illegible, seems to identify the bird. Works like this one were painted by Indian artists for British patrons and were sent to England, where they were used as records of the flora and fauna of the region.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 18th century

Medium

Water-color on paper

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Bequest of Adrienne Minassian, 1994