Yellow-Crowned Heron by John James Audubon, 1827
Yellow-Crowned Heron by John James Audubon, first published in 1827, is a captivating example of Audubon’s extraordinary ability to bring the intricate beauty of birds to life through his illustrations. This piece is part of his magnum opus, “The Birds of America,” which is celebrated for its majestic portrayals of avian species, captured in remarkable detail.
You can now own a unique, personalized art print of the “Yellow-Crowned Heron.” This fine quality artwork is handcrafted by The Unique Maps Co., ensuring exceptional attention to detail. It is printed on high-grade archival matte paper that promises to remain vibrant and wrinkle-free for generations.
John James Audubon, a towering figure in ornithological art, is renowned for detailing birds with scientific precision and artistic flair. His “Birds of America” project mapped an exhaustive portrayal of American birds, a testament to his commitment to both art and science. Audubon’s work is significant because of its life-sized illustrations, allowing viewers to appreciate the detail and grandeur of each bird.
The “Yellow-Crowned Heron” (Ardea violacea), also known as the “Cap-cap” in Louisiana, offers a glimpse into the intriguing behaviors and migratory patterns of this handsome species. Audubon describes how these birds are eagerly hunted for their delicate meat and shares detailed accounts of their migratory habits and nesting preferences, particularly in the southern United States.
For art lovers and naturalists alike, Audubon’s depiction of the Yellow-Crowned Heron is a sublime addition to any collection. The piece stands out not only for its ornithological accuracy but also for the elegant representation of the bird’s majestic plumage and distinctive coloring that the artist masterfully brings to life.
This artwork makes for a splendid gift on occasions such as Christmas, Father’s Day, or birthdays — a timeless piece for anyone with refined taste in art or an interest in 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.
