Created on 2024-11-19

This is a pencil or charcoal drawing on a lightly toned paper. The drawing features a bird standing in shallow water next to a twig or piece of driftwood. The bird is depicted frontally, looking towards the viewer, with its reflection faintly visible on the water's surface. The lines are quite delicate and detailed, suggesting feathers on the bird's chest and patterns on its plumage. In the background, there appears to be a hint of a shore or distant land, and the water surface is sprinkled with small marks, possibly indicating ripples or debris. The artwork carries a signature in the lower right corner, suggesting it's by an artist with the initials "T. A. Mayhew." The overall mood of the scene is peaceful and serene.

Created on 2024-11-19

The image depicts a lone bird, likely a waterfowl such as a duck or goose, standing on a shore or beach. The bird is reflected in the still water, creating a serene and contemplative atmosphere. The landscape in the background appears hazy and indistinct, placing the focus on the presence of the solitary bird. The drawing style is minimal and ethereal, conveying a sense of tranquility and solitude.