Black Guillemot. Uria Grylle
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of John James Audubon's Black Guillemot. Uria Grylle 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 Black Guillemot. Uria Grylle is a masterful depiction of avian elegance, capturing the striking seabird mid-movement with breathtaking precision. Rendered in Audubon’s quintessential naturalist style, the artwork showcases the guillemot’s jet-black plumage contrasted against a muted coastal backdrop, highlighting its vivid red feet and gaping beak—an exquisite study of biological detail. Created for his monumental The Birds of America (1827–1838), this lithograph exemplifies Audubon’s pioneering approach to ornithological art, blending scientific accuracy with dramatic compositions. Unlike static scientific illustrations of his era, Audubon infused vitality into his subjects, positioning them dynamically as if frozen in life. Today, the piece stands as a testament to 19th-century natural history art, bridging artistic grandeur and ecological documentation, while remaining highly coveted by collectors and institutions alike for its historical and aesthetic significance.
For interior styling, Black Guillemot. Uria Grylle lends sophistication to both offices and homes. Its monochromatic depth pairs beautifully with coastal, minimalist, or traditional interiors—consider framing it in a slender black or weathered gold frame to enhance its vintage gravitas. Ideal for spaces with neutral tones, the artwork’s pops of crimson can be subtly echoed through accent cushions or ceramics. Given Audubon’s double-elephant folio dimensions (approximately 39 x 26 inches), a spacious wall—such as above a mantle, in a study, or along a gallery corridor—ensures its details command attention without overwhelming. In modern offices, it fosters a refined yet intellectual ambiance, complementing leather furnishings and dark wood finishes. Smaller reproductions work equally well in nautical-themed rooms or as part of a salon-style art wall layered with botanical prints for a cohesive natural-history narrative.
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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.
