Bank Swallow and Violet-green Swallow by John James Audubon, 1827

"Bank Swallow and Violet-green Swallow (Plate 385)," first published in 1827, is a magnificent bird illustration from John James Audubon’s masterwork, "The Birds of America." This particular piece vividly captures the beauty and grace of these nimble aerial acrobats, immortalized through Audubon's exquisite attention to detail.

What you are being offered is an exceptionally high-quality fine art print, lovingly restored and prepared by The Unique Maps Co. This print, optionally customizable and personalizable, is crafted on premium archival matte paper, ensuring its colours remain vibrant and unblemished for decades to come.

John James Audubon, a celebrated American ornithologist and painter, dedicated his life to depicting the avian wonders of the New World with unrivalled precision and beauty. His seminal work, "The Birds of America," includes 435 hand-coloured illustrations, of which this piece is a part. Audubon’s use of lifesize portrayals allows viewers to appreciate the intricacies of each bird.

Audubon’s illustrations are not just art; they are scientific documents, capturing the majesty and diversity of birdlife in the early 19th century. His illustrations are renowned for their composition, bringing an almost lifelike sense of motion and vitality to his subjects. In "Bank Swallow and Violet-green Swallow," the delicate colour gradients and fine line work highlight Audubon’s meticulous craftsmanship and deep appreciation for his subjects.

Imagine the delight Audubon himself felt upon discovering thousands of Bank Swallows skimming over the waters in Florida, a spectacle of nature's grandeur. This detailed and evocative context not only adds historical value but also transforms this print into a storytelling piece that brings life to any space.

This exquisite art print makes a perfect gift for birthdays, Christmas, Father’s Day, work leaving celebrations, or housewarmings. It’s an ideal choice for anyone with an impeccable taste in art or an interest in birds and the natural world, providing a timeless piece of history and beauty to adorn any wall.

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 16x20in (40x50cm) 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.