Lilac Breasted Roller in Flight Oil

40 x 40 x 3.8 cm oil painting on box canvas

In African culture, the lilac breasted roller is considered the bird of peace. It was known as ‘the bird of the sun’ and helped maintain harmony between ancient communities.

The contrast between this beautiful bird and the blue background evokes the heat of the South African sky

Painted with palette knife and fine brushes

Sides of the canvas are painted so hangs beautifully without a frame

Signed and titled on the back and ready to hang

Each painting comes with a signed certificate of authenticity