Greenshank by John James Audubon, 1827

Greenshank, painted by the legendary ornithologist John James Audubon in 1827, is part of his acclaimed series "Birds of America." This magnificent collection symbolizes one of the greatest works in ornithology and art, celebrated for its detailed, lifelike portrayals of avian subjects.

You now have the opportunity to own a high-quality fine art print of this remarkable bird illustration. Handcrafted with care by The Unique Maps Co., this piece can be customized and restored to suit your preferences. Each print is produced on premium archival matte paper, ensuring a lasting visual appeal that resists fading and wrinkling for years to come.

John James Audubon is renowned for his ambitious and comprehensive documentation of America's birds, depicted in life-sized detail. With over 435 hand-colored prints, this series became a cornerstone of ornithological study. The "Birds of America" illustrations uniquely capture the vigor and splendor of their subjects, making each artwork a vibrant celebration of avian beauty.

The Greenshank illustration stands out for its historical and taxonomical relevance, depicting a bird species encountered by Audubon during his expedition in the Florida Keys in 1832. Audubon’s meticulous notes reveal a deep exploration of the bird's habits and habitats, linking its documented presence in both America and Europe—a testimony to the global connections in bird migration.

The print is intriguing for its elegant portrayal of the Greenshank's attributes. The slender yet graceful anatomy, soft plumage, and the vibrant yet restrained palette used by Audubon exemplify the natural beauty inherent in avian life. Owning this piece allows you to bring a slice of natural history and artistic mastery into your home, inspiring bird enthusiasts and art lovers alike.

This print is an exquisite gift choice for nature lovers or art connoisseurs, ideal for occasions such as Christmas, Father's Day, or any event deserving a touch of elegance and historical charm.

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 18x24in (45x60cm) 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.