Framed Hand-Painted Feather Art by Iris Quesada - Costa Rica (1995)

This is a unique piece of folk art featuring a detailed miniature painting executed directly onto a natural bird feather, which appears to be from a Macaw or similar tropical bird. The central image depicts two vibrant Scarlet Macaws perched together on a branch, rendered with fine brushwork in bright reds, yellows, and blues that contrast effectively against the natural teal and olive-green hues of the feather's barbs. The feather is mounted vertically within a simple black-ink border on a white field, creating a matted effect. The artwork is signed 'Iris Quesada' and inscribed 'Costa Rica / 95' in the lower right corner, indicating it was produced in 1995. The piece is housed in a slim, rectangular wood frame with a light honey-toned finish and protected by glass. The feather displays natural curvature and slight separation of the barbs at the top, which is typical for organic medium art. The frame appears to be in good vintage condition with minor surface scuffs. The level of detail achieved on such a delicate, fibrous substrate demonstrates significant artisan skill and precision, making this a notable example of Central American botanical and wildlife craft.