





American Crow, Plate Clvi (from The Havell Edition Of The Birds Ofamerica)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of John James Audubon's American Crow, Plate Clvi (from The Havell Edition Of The Birds Ofamerica) into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
John James Audubon's American Crow, Plate CLVI from The Havell Edition of The Birds of America (1827-1838) captures the stark elegance of this misunderstood corvid with remarkable vitality. Against a minimalist backdrop of muted earth tones, Audubon presents the crow mid-stride – its oil-sheen plumage rendered in velvety blacks with surprising tonal variation, while the sharp yellow eye punctuates the composition with cunning intelligence. This iconic work exemplifies Audubon's revolutionary approach to ornithological art, blending scientific precision with dramatic compositions that imbue his subjects with personality and dynamism. As part of the largest and most ambitious hand-colored aquatint project of the 19th century (measuring the monumental "double elephant folio" size of 39.5 x 26.5 inches), this plate embodies Audubon's mission to document America's avian life while elevating natural history to fine art. Today, it remains a cornerstone of American wildlife art and an important artifact of early ecological awareness.
For contemporary interiors, American Crow offers striking versatility. Its monochromatic sophistication lends itself to both modern minimalist spaces and traditional studies – consider pairing it with Mid-Century furniture featuring walnut tones or against indigo accent walls for dramatic contrast. In home offices, the plate's commanding scale works well above desks or credenzas, its intellectual gravitas balancing tech gadgets with timeless natural beauty. Frame choices should honor the work's heritage: a slender black gallery frame maintains Audubon's intended focus, while gilded vintage frames (1.5-2" width) bridge traditional and transitional spaces. Smaller digital reproductions (24x36") can create compelling salon-style groupings when combined with Audubon's botanical studies or antique taxonomic illustrations. Unexpected placements like walk-in closets or kitchen nooks inject mysterious sophistication, particularly when juxtaposed with matte black hardware or veined marble surfaces that echo the crow's iridescent plumage.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.