Lepus Artemesia (Worm Wood Hare)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of John James Audubon's Lepus Artemesia (Worm Wood Hare) 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 Lepus Artemesia (Worm Wood Hare) is a masterful blend of scientific precision and artistic elegance from his seminal work The Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America. This 1845 hand-colored lithograph captures a desert cottontail quivering amidst silver-green wormwood, its delicate paws poised in alert tension while luminous ears catch every whisper of the wind. Audubon’s signature style—hyper-detailed fur rendered in layered watercolor washes, set against a habitat vignette—bridges natural history documentation and Romantic-era dynamism. Unlike his earlier bird studies, here the hare’s earthy ochres and creamy underbelly harmonize with the subdued sage backdrop, evoking the arid Southwest’s quiet poetry. As one of the final works by America’s foremost wildlife illustrator, it represents a pivotal shift toward ecological storytelling in 19th-century art, where specimens cease being mere subjects and become narrative protagonists.
For interior styling, this print’s muted sage-and-umber palette invites pairing with organic textures like oxidized brass frames or reclaimed walnut shelves. Hang it in a study with leather-bound books and antique botanicals to amplify its scientific gravitas, or let it anchor a modern minimalist office opposite matte black furniture for striking contrast. Ideal above a console table or as part of a salon-style gallery wall, the 22×28 inch double-elephant folio size commands attention without overwhelming. Layer in terracotta ceramics or dried sage bundles to echo its desert hues, while directional LED spotlights can dramatize the hare’s intricate brushwork. Avoid competing patterns; instead, let Audubon’s nuanced earth tones resonate with linen upholstery or sisal rugs for a grounded, contemplative aesthetic.
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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.
