The Raven Robbed of its Feathers by Abraham Busschop. A vibrant array of birds, including a peacock and a heron, are depicted in flight against a cloudy sky within a painted trompe-l'oeil architectural frame.

The Raven Robbed of its Feathers

Abraham Busschop

1708 · Oil Paint, Canvas

This masterful 1708 trompe-l'oeil ceiling painting features a dramatic assembly of birds in an expansive, airy sky.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Dining Room · Living Room · Hallway
Placement
Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Deep burgundy, Olive green, Soft gray

About the piece

Painted in 1708 by Dutch artist Abraham Busschop, this striking work illustrates the fable of the raven who was stripped of stolen plumage. The composition uses expert trompe-l'oeil techniques to create the illusion of a sky opening up within an interior, featuring a meticulously rendered collection of exotic and local birds including a peacock, parrot, and heron.

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