American Coot by John James Audubon, 1827
American Coot (Plate 239), first published in 1827, is one of the captivating illustrations from John James Audubon’s magnum opus, The Birds of America. Audubon’s meticulous attention to detail and his profound appreciation for avian beauty are evident in this exquisite portrayal of the American Coot.
And now, for the first time in almost 200 years, you can buy a unique, personalised art print of American Coot. Your personalised art will be handcrafted at The Unique Maps Co. workshop, and then printed on gorgeously thick archival matte paper that won’t fade or wrinkle for decades to come.
John James Audubon was a celebrated naturalist and painter, renowned for his extensive studies and illustrations of North American birds. The Birds of America was a monumental work consisting of 435 hand-coloured prints. There are few copies of this book still in existence, most of which are held by prestigious libraries and institutions.
What sets this artwork apart is its exceptional detail and lifelike depiction. The American Coot is rendered with remarkable precision, capturing its distinctive features and serene presence in its natural habitat. Audubon’s use of color and intricate brushwork brings the scene to life, making it a highly desirable piece for bird enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
This fine art print would make a perfect gift for Christmas, Father’s Day, housewarming, or a work leaving present. It’s an ideal choice for anyone who appreciates fine art or has an interest in birds and the natural world.
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.
