Paintings of Birds Reproduction Oil Paintings On Canvas

Paintings of Birds have long fascinated artists. Indeed, their fleeting movements and delicate bodies are notoriously challenging to depict. But, what’s more, they also carry a deep symbolism and beauty.

In this brief introduction, we’re exploring the greatest paintings by famous artists.

Famous Birds as Art

John James Audubon was an American self-taught artist and ornithologist. These two interests made John Audubon the most famous ornithological artist.

Audubon first published The Birds of America in 1827. Work continued the publication until 1839. Today, scholars celebrate this book as one of the finest ornithological publications ever created. 

The book has 435 watercolor paintings depicting American birds in extraordinary detail. These illustrations include the American Crow and the colorful American Flamingo.

Is Bird Wall Art symbolic?

Artists use birds to symbolize many things in art. 

First and foremost, they embody freedom. Sometimes, famous paintings of birds in art also stand for hope and aspiration. Their soaring flights signify links between humanity and the heavens. Indeed, Renaissance oil paintings often depict angels with human bodies and bird-like feathered wings.

In addition to these general meanings, particular bird species hold deep symbolism. For instance, owls represent knowledge, while crows link with death and bad omens. The mighty eagle stands for freedom and independence, and Blue Jays embody protection.

Which Artists Have Created Bird Wall Art?

Famous oil paintings include Birds and Peonies by the Japanese artist Ito Jakuchu and the Frida Kahlo parrot painting, namely Me and My Parrots.

As well as figurative art, they also feature in more abstract creations such as Franz Marc’s Birds and George Braque’s Bird Passing Through a Cloud.

Paul Klee's oil painting Cat and Bird 1928 is a fine example of abstract bird art.

Whether you prefer abstract wall art or modern art oil paintings, enjoy our specialist collection of bird paintings.