Invite a hush of Renaissance calm into your next project with this lyrical offset lithograph, rendered after Benozzo Gozzoli’s 15th-century fresco detail of songbirds gathering at a tranquil pond. Gozzoli, famed for the Medici Chapel murals in Florence, wove extraordinary naturalism into his sacred scenes, and the avian vignette reproduced here distills that same spirit of quiet observation.
Why it works for designers
Versatile palette: Misty sages, soft terracotta, and warm stone neutrals play effortlessly with today’s earth-toned schemes and lend a soothing counterpoint to saturated upholstery or dramatic wall colors.
Organic subject matter: Finely observed swallows, finches, and a demure mallard introduce subtle movement without overwhelming a space—ideal for areas that call for a contemplative note (think study nooks, guest suites, or a spa-like bath).
Adaptive scale & framing: The intimate print is floated within a bamboo-style wooden frame and linen-textured mat, adding handsome texture that pairs as easily with rattan and rush as with burnished brass and walnut case goods.
Styling ideas
Layer it atop a grass-cloth wall for refined coastal charm.
Anchor a collected gallery wall by centering this piece above antique botanical engravings.
Lean it on a bookshelf, letting feathered friends peek between pottery and books for a lived-in library vibe.
Item Details
After Benozzo Gozzoli (Italian, 1420-1497)
Untitled (Birds Around a Pond), Circa 1460
Offset lithograph on paper
Unsigned
Condition
Nicks and dings to frame from age.
Dimensions
22.5" W x 18.5" H x 0.5" D
