Delft Blue Peacock

by Christian Ovís

A peacock with its tail fully spread fills the ‘Delft Blue Peacock’ design. The small head and long neck are positioned centrally against a broad fan of blue and white feathers. Each tail feather ends in a teardrop-shaped eye motif with a dark centre and light edges. The feathers become larger towards the outer edges. The black background clearly highlights the symmetrical composition and the undulating outer contour.

On the breast, small feather-like shapes lie closely overlapping, whilst the neck remains slimmer and more subdued. At the bottom, the delicate legs are set amongst graceful curls. Light edges around the tail eyes alternate with deep blue shadows, revealing the many layers. The largest feather sits at the top centre and draws the eye upwards. The limited colour palette keeps the rich ornamentation clear and gives the image a distinct decorative rhythm.

This bird wall art is ideal for a living room, hall or bedroom with blue accents and a calm backdrop. The piece combines the recognisable peacock’s tail with the classic look of Delft blue. Simple furniture allows the fanning shape to come into its own. From a distance, the broad tail dominates; up close, one can discover the various eye motifs, delicate breast feathers and small ornaments.