American Swift by John James Audubon, 1827
The American Swift, originally published in 1827, is a captivating example of John James Audubon’s extraordinary talent showcased in his acclaimed series, “The Birds of America.” This particular illustration features the Chimney Swallow in intricate detail, highlighting its graceful flight and unique nesting behaviors.
Now, for the first time in almost two centuries, you can purchase an exquisite, personalised fine art print of the American Swift. This print is painstakingly restored and crafted by The Unique Maps Co., ensuring the highest quality. Each piece is printed on thick archival matte paper, guaranteed not to fade or wrinkle for decades to come. Furthermore, you have the option to customize and personalize this beautiful artwork to make it uniquely yours.
John James Audubon was more than just an artist—he was a pioneering ornithologist and naturalist. His “Birds of America” is revered for its breadth and artistry, comprising 435 hand-colored illustrations of American birds. Audubon’s dedication to precision and beauty transformed these scientific illustrations into timeless works of art.
The detailed landscapes and backgrounds accompanying each bird in Audubon’s works are equally mesmerizing. The American Swift illustration, with its subtle color variations and dynamic composition, captures the essence of these birds’ natural habitats and behaviors. Audubon’s meticulous style ensures that every detail, from the texture of the feathers to the play of light, is rendered with lifelike accuracy.
Displaying this print in your home not only brings a touch of historical elegance but also serves as a tribute to one of the greatest naturalists of the 19th century. Perfect for bird enthusiasts, art lovers, or anyone with a refined taste in home décor, this artwork would make an excellent gift for birthdays, Christmas, Father’s Day, housewarming parties, or to commemorate a work milestone.
This exquisite piece of history is not just an artwork; it’s a celebration of nature, culture, and the timeless beauty captured by John James Audubon.
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.
