Vintage illustration of the Red Bird of Paradise (Paradisaea rubra) male with elegant red tail feathers.

This refined vintage illustration depicts the Bird of Paradise (Paradisaea rubra), one of the most enchanting birds of New Guinea. The bird is shown with a light green head, a velvety black chest, and an impressive fan of long copper-red tail feathers that gracefully cascade downwards. The fine pencil and watercolour effects highlight the soft texture of the feathers, while the two characteristic fine tail ribbons hang like aerial lines in the composition. The bird is perched on a delicately drawn branch, drawing all attention to its natural elegance. As wall decor, this bird of paradise brings warmth and movement to the home. The rich red and copper tones perfectly complement natural materials like wood and linen, giving interiors a gentle exotic touch without overwhelming them. The posters are produced exclusively for Bij de Tijd in a French workshop, using high-quality 220G light ivory laid paper with a classic fine line structure, which gives the posters a timeless and luxurious appearance.