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King Duck, by John James Audubon
King Duck, Fuligula Spectabilis, by John James Audubon (1785-1851). A colour plate in The Birds of America: From Original Drawings. Date: 1827-1838
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1820s 1830s Audubon Drawings Duck Ducks Fauna Flora Havell Markings Sand Sandy Shell Shells Spectabilis Fuligula
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating beauty of the natural world with our exquisite Fine Art Print of "King Duck" by renowned artist John James Audubon. This stunning piece, taken from The Birds of America, showcases the majesty of the Fuligula Spectabilis in vibrant detail. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original drawing, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Add a touch of history and elegance to your home or office with this timeless work of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.2cm (21" x 13.1")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning color plate, titled "King Duck, Fuligula Spectabilis," is an exquisite work of art by the renowned naturalist and painter, John James Audubon. Created between 1827 and 1838, this plate is part of Audubon's masterpiece, "The Birds of America," which comprises 435 life-size images of American birds, produced from original drawings. Audubon's meticulous attention to detail is evident in this depiction of the King Duck, a species of mergansser that inhabits the sandy beaches and rocky coasts of North America. The male and female ducks are shown in their vibrant plumage, with the male sporting a distinctive white crest and the female displaying a more subdued, speckled appearance. The plate captures the King Duck in its natural habitat, surrounded by the flora and fauna of the American coast. The sandy beach, dotted with shells, provides a stark contrast to the clear blue sea in the background. The King Duck is shown wading in the water, its beak open in search of food. Audubon's "The Birds of America" is a testament to the natural history of America during the 1820s and 1830s. This color plate, in particular, provides a glimpse into the rich diversity of the coastal ecosystem and the beauty of the King Duck, a species that continues to be an important part of the American waterfowl population. The intricate markings and lifelike details of the birds, as well as the lush vegetation and serene water, make this plate a must-have for any nature enthusiast or art collector.
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