Their plumage was indicated in the Indian way — a few carefully studied feathers painted on wing, breast, and tail gave the impression that the bird was fully plumed. – Growing Pains:
J'en avais indiqué le plumage à la manière indienne — quelques plumes minutieusement peintes sur les ailes, la poitrine et la queue donnaient l'impression que l'oiseau était totalement couvert de plumes.