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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
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the beauty and intrigue of the natural world with our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles, featuring the exquisite artwork of John James Audubon. This stunning puzzle showcases Audubon's iconic "King Duck" (Fuligula Spectabilis) from his renowned collection "The Birds of America." With vibrant colors and exceptional detail, this puzzle brings the majesty of Audubon's original artwork into your home. Challenge yourself with this captivating puzzle and immerse yourself in the wonders of nature.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) 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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