The artwork titled “Couple with Parrot” is a genre painting by Pieter de Hooch, created in 1668. Executed in oil on canvas, this work is characteristic of the Baroque art movement. The dimensions of the painting are 62 x 73 cm, and it is currently housed in the Wallraf-Richartz Museum in Cologne, Germany.
The artwork depicts an intimate domestic scene set within a warmly lit interior. A man and a woman are the central figures, with the man gesturing toward a caged parrot while the woman, seated, appears to be feeding the bird. The intricate detailing of the furniture, the elegant clothing of the figures, and the careful play of light and shadow all draw the viewer into the daily life of the 17th century. The room is adorned with a checkered floor, a luxurious red tablecloth, and a few utilitarian objects, contributing to the realistic yet carefully composed atmosphere typical of genre paintings from this period. The parrot, a symbol often associated with exoticism and wealth, adds an element of intrigue and significance to the scene.
