Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate VII

Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate VII is a drawing created by Joris Hoefnagel in 1575. It is part of the collection of the National Gallery of Art. The drawing measures 0.184 meters in width and 0.143 meters in height.

The artwork depicts four birds perched on a simple wooden structure. The birds are rendered with detail, showing variations in plumage color and texture. To the left of the birds, a single iris-like flower is depicted. The background is a muted earth tone, suggesting a natural setting. The overall style is meticulous and naturalistic.