Bird of Washington by John James Audubon, 1827

Bird of Washington, first published in 1827, is a captivating illustration from John James Audubon's renowned series, The Birds of America. This illustration, now available for the first time in centuries, captures the majesty of this grand bird with meticulous detail and vibrant coloration.

Offered here is an exceptionally high-quality fine art print of Bird of Washington, restored and prepared by The Unique Maps Co. Each print is handcrafted, allowing for personalisation and customisation to make your artwork unique. Our prints are rendered on luxurious archival matte paper, ensuring they won't fade or wrinkle for decades.

John James Audubon was a Haitian-born American naturalist and painter, famed for his expansive studies documenting all types of American birds. His work, The Birds of America, is considered one of the finest ornithological works ever completed. Audubon’s dedication to observing and illustrating birds in their natural habitats resulted in highly lifelike and artistically compelling portrayals.

Audubon’s Bird of Washington stands out for its imposing and dynamic presence. The illustration captures the bird in a powerful stance, highlighting its significance and Audubon’s remarkable skill in blending scientific accuracy with artistic beauty. The use of vibrant hues and intricate details transports the viewer into the bird's natural environment, evoking a sense of awe and admiration.

This print is more than just a reproduction; it’s a piece of history and a stunning focal point for any room. Whether you're an art connoisseur, a bird enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the natural world, having this artwork on your wall will surely invoke conversation and admiration.

This fine art print would make a perfect gift for special occasions, including birthdays, Christmas, Father’s Day, housewarmings, or as a thoughtful work leaving present. Its timeless appeal and exquisite craftsmanship make it a treasured addition to any collection.

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.