Endpaper with Birds

c. 1780

German 18th Century

Associated Names
This is a drawing of various birds. The drawing features numerous bird silhouettes in a single shade of light green against a tan-colored background. The birds are shown in various poses, including flying, perched, or standing. The border of the drawing is outlined by a thin line enclosing the bird motifs. The paper shows signs of age with visible creases and tears at the edges. The style of the drawing is reminiscent of traditional and folk art, focusing on pattern and form.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut; brocade endpaper in gold on pale rose prepared paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.8961


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65018789

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