This is by Xu Beihong, a Chinese calligraphy artist from the early 20th century. It is a painting capturing Magpie in midflight. It looks as if it is being pushed by a breeze, and the vines in the background add natural effect. What I enjoy about this is how it looks so natural. I also like its simplicity and the bird itself.


Beihong, X.. Flying magpie. N.p., 1942. Web. 9 Feb 2012. <http://www.metmuseum.org/Collections/search-the-collections/60046640>.