Virginia Rail (plate Ccv)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of John James Audubon's Virginia Rail (plate Ccv) 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
Adorning Plate CCV of Audubon's monumental Birds of America, the Virginia Rail watercolor captures the secretive marsh dweller with astonishing vitality. Audubon's quintessential blend of scientific accuracy and artistic flair shines through in this 1834 masterpiece - the rail's speckled plumage rendered in delicate earth tones, its slender body frozen mid-step among reeds that seem to sway beneath the artist's brushstrokes. This work exemplifies Audubon's revolutionary approach to ornithological illustration, positioning specimens dynamically within their habitats rather than the stiff profiles favored by his predecessors. As part of the most expensive printed book of its time (original copies now fetch over $10 million), the plate holds tremendous significance in natural history art, bridging Enlightenment-era documentation with Romanticism's celebration of nature's drama. The subtle gradations of sepia and ochre reveal Audubon's mastery of aquatint engraving techniques, while the bird's alert posture invites viewers into the mysterious wetlands of early America.
For contemporary spaces, this Audubon print brings timeless sophistication tempered with natural warmth. Ideal for studies or executive offices, its earthy palette harmonizes wonderfully with walnut furnishings and leather accents, while the vertical composition suits narrow wall spaces between bookshelves or windows. Consider matting with handmade paper in flax or oat tones to enhance the vintage appeal, and frame in slender blackened brass for modern contrast or distressed oak for rustic charm. In living areas, position it as part of a salon-style grid with other natural history prints, ensuring sufficient overhead lighting to appreciate the intricate details. The 39" × 26" double elephant folio scale commands attention as a standalone focal point above sideboards, though reduced-size reproductions work beautifully in smaller nooks when paired with botanical specimens or mineral collections. Its transitional elegance bridges traditional and contemporary interiors effortlessly.
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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.
