Captain Plumage, oil on canvas, 40 x 40 x 2 cm
Captain Plumage, a toucan of impeccable stature, draped in the moody elegance of a Dutch Golden Age still life. Set against a rich, dark background, this dignified bird commands attention, its striking beak and sleek feathers glowing like a masterpiece under Vermeer’s soft light. Surrounding our feathered officer are lavish dahlias, deep, velvety petals unfolding in regal splendor, their delicate details echoing the timeless beauty of 17th-century floral paintings. There's a quiet drama here, a sense that Captain Plumage isn’t just perched, he’s posing, aware of his own magnificence. Every feather, every petal, every shadow is steeped in richness, creating a scene both classical and full of character. Is he a watchful guardian or a high-ranking aristocrat of the jungle? One thing’s for sure, he’s no ordinary bird. Captain Plumage is ready to hang.
