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Original Watercolour

46 x 58 cm Framed

Max, the red-tailed black cockatoo, named after Formula 1 Red Bull racing legend Max Verstappen, shares a regal presence and the iconic blue and red colours of the racing team. Just as Verstappen commands the track with his unparalleled skill and fearless determination, the red-tailed black cockatoo reigns supreme in its natural habitat. Its striking black feathers, highlighted by vibrant red tail feathers, mirror Red Bull's dynamic racing colours. Both the bird and the racer embody strength, agility, and an indomitable spirit, making the red-tailed black cockatoo a fitting avian tribute to Max Verstappen’s illustrious career.

Endemic to the outback, the red-tailed black cockatoo symbolizes freedom and tenacity, navigating harsh landscapes with determination.Its raucous call echoes the heartbeat of the land, a testament to resilience and adaptation.

Red-tailed black cockatoos are often referred to as Banksia cockatoos due to their close association with the Banksia tree genus. These birds frequently feed on the seeds of Banksia trees, which, like the cockatoo itself, are native to Australia.

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Original Watercolour

46 x 58 cm Framed

Max, the red-tailed black cockatoo, named after Formula 1 Red Bull racing legend Max Verstappen, shares a regal presence and the iconic blue and red colours of the racing team. Just as Verstappen commands the track with his unparalleled skill and fearless determination, the red-tailed black cockatoo reigns supreme in its natural habitat. Its striking black feathers, highlighted by vibrant red tail feathers, mirror Red Bull's dynamic racing colours. Both the bird and the racer embody strength, agility, and an indomitable spirit, making the red-tailed black cockatoo a fitting avian tribute to Max Verstappen’s illustrious career.

Endemic to the outback, the red-tailed black cockatoo symbolizes freedom and tenacity, navigating harsh landscapes with determination.Its raucous call echoes the heartbeat of the land, a testament to resilience and adaptation.

Red-tailed black cockatoos are often referred to as Banksia cockatoos due to their close association with the Banksia tree genus. These birds frequently feed on the seeds of Banksia trees, which, like the cockatoo itself, are native to Australia.

Original Watercolour

46 x 58 cm Framed

Max, the red-tailed black cockatoo, named after Formula 1 Red Bull racing legend Max Verstappen, shares a regal presence and the iconic blue and red colours of the racing team. Just as Verstappen commands the track with his unparalleled skill and fearless determination, the red-tailed black cockatoo reigns supreme in its natural habitat. Its striking black feathers, highlighted by vibrant red tail feathers, mirror Red Bull's dynamic racing colours. Both the bird and the racer embody strength, agility, and an indomitable spirit, making the red-tailed black cockatoo a fitting avian tribute to Max Verstappen’s illustrious career.

Endemic to the outback, the red-tailed black cockatoo symbolizes freedom and tenacity, navigating harsh landscapes with determination.Its raucous call echoes the heartbeat of the land, a testament to resilience and adaptation.

Red-tailed black cockatoos are often referred to as Banksia cockatoos due to their close association with the Banksia tree genus. These birds frequently feed on the seeds of Banksia trees, which, like the cockatoo itself, are native to Australia.

About the artwork

This artwork is the culmination of countless hours of careful craftsmanship, starting with a precise pencil sketch and progressing through the detailed hand-painting of each layer. It is created on Arches 300 gsm cold-pressed pure cotton rag, a highly regarded air-dried paper cherished by watercolourists for its warm white tone. For centuries, Arches paper has been made in the village of Arches, Vosges, France, renowned for its superior quality.

Framing

This custom handmade piece is framed in 20mm natural raw Tasmanian oak, complemented by a protective mat and conservation-grade museum glass. The oak, grown in Australia, is expertly crafted by Master Framer Peter Genders of PnE Art & Bespoke Framing, a family-owned framing and art supply business in Rockhampton, Central Queensland. Peter’s meticulous attention to detail ensures exceptional quality and lifelong durability. The conservation glass further protects your artwork from harmful UV damage.

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