Long-billed Curlew (plate Ccxxxi)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of John James Audubon's Long-billed Curlew (plate Ccxxxi) 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 Long-billed Curlew (Plate CCXXXI) from The Birds of America is a masterful blend of scientific precision and artistic grandeur. This monumental 1827 hand-colored engraving captures the curlew mid-stride, its impossibly long downturned beak probing marsh grasses while golden-brown plumage shimmers with lifelike texture. Audubon’s signature romantic naturalism elevates the shorebird to regal status – wings slightly raised as if caught between resting and flight, set against a softly blurred coastal backdrop that echoes Hudson River School landscapes. At 39.5 x 28.5 inches, the work’s heroic scale mirrors Audubon’s ambition to document American wildlife at life-size, revolutionizing ornithological art by presenting species as dynamic protagonists rather than static specimens. This plate remains iconic among Audubon’s 435 avian portraits, embodying his unique fusion of Enlightenment-era taxonomy and early American artistic identity.
For interior styling, the Long-billed Curlew demands strategic placement where its earthy ochres and buff tones can resonate. In a study or executive office, float-frame the print in distressed gilt to complement its antique gravitas, pairing with Sheraton-style mahogany furniture and sage-green walls for a refined 19th-century cabinet of curiosities vibe. The panoramic composition shines above a long console table or as a dining room focal point, its horizontal flow balancing symmetrical sconces. Modern interiors benefit from unexpected contrasts: try a matte black gallery frame hung against deep teal walls, with minimalist ceramic vases echoing the curved beak’s organic lines. Maintain a 4-6 foot viewing distance to appreciate the intricate feather details, and spotlight with 2700K LED lighting to warm the paper’s aging hues. Smaller giclée reproductions work beautifully in coastal-themed powder rooms when grouped with Audubon’s other shorebirds, creating a curated natural history display.
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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.
