Peacock in a Garden

"Peacock in a Garden" by Mildred Anne Butler exemplifies her skill as an animal painter with a subtle grasp of light and color, reflecting influences of Impressionism. The painting captures a vibrant peacock amidst lush garden scenery, showcasing Butler’s mastery in watercolour and oil techniques. Born and based in Kilmurry, Thomastown, County Kilkenny, she maintained strong ties to Irish landscape and genre painting, while also being associated with the Newlyn School. Her work beautifully merges naturalistic detail with a lively, impressionistic palette, evoking both serenity and vitality.