A pigeon perched on a slender branch of a blossoming peach tree is depicted in Pigeon on a Peach Branch, painted in 1107 by Emperor Huizong during the Northern Song dynasty. The work is executed in ink and color on silk, a medium favored for court paintings of this period. The artist, who was also the emperor, is known for his refined bird-and-flower paintings and calligraphy, both of which are evident in this composition. The pigeon is rendered with meticulous attention to detail, its feathers delicately shaded in tones of green, blue, and brown, contrasting with the soft pinks and whites of the peach blossoms.

The bird's eye is precisely outlined, and the claws grip the branch firmly, conveying a sense of quiet alertness. The branch curves diagonally across the composition, with buds and blossoms distributed along its length, set against a plain, warm-toned silk background. Fine brushwork captures the textures of feathers and bark, while the inscription and seal at the upper right balance the visual weight of the bird. Pigeon on a Peach Branch is a documented work from 1107, created at the imperial court of the Northern Song dynasty, a period noted for the flourishing of bird-and-flower painting (huaniao hua).

It is in a private collection in Japan, where it is designated a National Treasure. The presence of the imperial inscription and seal further attests to its origin and significance within the tradition of scholarly and imperial painting.