Goldfinch

The goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis) is often featured in Italian renaissance paintings of the Madonna and Child.

Una immagine eccellente sotto tutti punti di vista, ciao Giangiorgio

Grazie Giangiorgio del generoso commento, ciao Sandor

Hi Sandor,

 

a wonderful capture of this goldfinch! I like the composition and the blurred background. Your comment about the goldfinch being featured in Italian Renaissance paintings triggered me; there are many art historians who believe the carduelis carduelis is a symbol of the Mother and Child knowing on forehand of the crucifixion. Then there is the story of this bird flying above Jesus on his way to Calgary and picking off his thorn crown, turning the front of its head red. Kind regards, Vincent

Thank you, Vincent, for the valuable comment. Kind regards, Sandor

Love this multi-colored bird, Sandor. It has a very regal presence. Excellent colors, light and composition. Best regards, Paul.

Thank you, Paul, I am glad you like it. Kind regards,- Sandor