Fork-tailed Flycatcher by John James Audubon, 1827

Fork-tailed Flycatcher (Plate 168), illustrated by the renowned naturalist and artist John James Audubon, is a captivating bird illustration from his celebrated series, Birds of America. Compiled in 1827, Audubon’s works are noted for their intricate detail and lifelike representations of avian species, capturing the vivid individuality of each bird in its natural habitat.

Now, for the first time in nearly 200 years, you can purchase a personalized, high-quality art print of the Fork-tailed Flycatcher. Expertly crafted by The Unique Maps Co., each print is produced on robust, archival matte paper, ensuring it remains unfaded and free from wrinkles for many years.

John James Audubon was a notable figure in the study of ornithology and wild birds, with Birds of America remaining his magnum opus. This monumental collection consists of 435 hand-colored prints, representing a comprehensive and breathtaking study of American birdlife. Although only a few original editions of the book exist today, Audubon's illustrations continue to enchant observers with their lifelike precision and artistry.

The Fork-tailed Flycatcher is notable not only for its striking appearance—with a tail more than twice the length of its body and beautiful contrasting colors of ash-grey and brownish-black—but also for Audubon’s personal anecdotes of observing these rare birds in the United States. His detailed description of the bird’s behavior and plumage speaks volumes about the dedication and passion that went into each of his illustrations.

The vibrant imagery and dynamic composition of this artwork make it a captivating addition to any collection. Its historical context and Audubon’s insightful observations heighten the appeal, making this print much more than mere decoration. Its natural aesthetic and educational value make it an ideal gift for anyone with an interest in avian species or the natural world. Perfect for birthdays, Christmas, Father’s Day, or any occasion where something truly meaningful is desired.

If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.

You can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at more examples of personalisation.

You can also choose to age your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out lots of examples of other aged artwork.

The model in the listing images is holding the 24x36in (60x90cm) version of this art print.

I can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please get in touch.

This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.