Tyrant Fly-catcher by John James Audubon, 1827
John James Audubon’s “Tyrant Fly-catcher” from his legendary “Birds of America” series, initially published in 1827, captures the majestic essence of this unique bird. Known for its sharp tremulous cry and dynamic flight patterns, the Tyrant Flycatcher, also called the King-bird or Field Martin, is portrayed amidst its natural habitat in Audubon’s detailed illustration.
Now, for the first time in almost two centuries, you can acquire a personalized fine art print of “Tyrant Fly-catcher,” meticulously rendered and crafted at The Unique Maps Co. This high-quality print is available on luscious archival matte paper, designed to resist fading and wrinkles for decades to come, enhancing any room with the splendor of nature.
John James Audubon is celebrated for his unparalleled contributions to ornithological art. His skill in capturing birds in vivid, life-like detail has rendered “Birds of America” a monumental work, even among the few remaining copies today, most of which reside within esteemed libraries and institutions. The grandeur of his compositions is unmatched, with the original book’s pages being life-sized and thus allowing for an exceptional level of detail.
The Tyrant Flycatcher illustration stands out for its vivid portrayal of the bird’s characteristic behavior. With Latin nomenclature Muscicapa tyrannus, this bird is notable for its fearless demeanor and protective nature. Audubon illustrates this through a meticulous depiction of this species’ vibrant plumage — a mix of dark bluish-grey upper parts contrasted with a greyish-white underbelly, crowned with a striking vermilion patch. The artistic mastery of Audubon transforms this illustration into a timeless piece meant for any lover of nature and art.
This art print is not only a celebration of Audubon’s dedication to the natural world but also an exquisite decorative piece suitable for any occasion. Whether for a birthday, a special Christmas present, or a thoughtful Father’s Day gift, the “Tyrant Fly-catcher” promises to delight those with an appreciation for fine art or a keen interest in ornithology.
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.
