Peregrine Falcon
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Mary Clare Sherwood's Peregrine Falcon 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
Peregrine Falcon by Mary Clare Sherwood captures the raw majesty of nature’s fastest predator with startling clarity. Sherwood, renowned for her biologically precise wildlife art, renders the falcon mid-dive—wings swept back like sabers, golden eyes locked on prey—against a blurred watercolor background that mimics speed streaks. Executed in her signature mixed-media style (watercolor washes with ink detailing), the 1992 work bridges scientific illustration and fine art, earning recognition in the Audubon Artists exhibitions. The painting’s tension-filled moment exemplifies late-20th-century wildlife art’s shift from passive portraiture to dynamic narratives, solidifying Sherwood’s legacy alongside masters like Robert Bateman. Its meticulous feather textures and kinetic composition make it a standout in avian-themed collections.
For impactful display, position this vertical composition (ideal proportions suggest a 24×36" framed size) as a focal point in spaces craving organic drama. A minimalist office’s neutral wall would let the bird’s tawny plumage pop, while pairing with weathered wood furnishings creates an earthy contrast. In homes, hang it above a stone fireplace to echo wild habitats, or in entryways for an arresting first impression. The artwork’s cool blue-grey background harmonizes beautifully with slate-colored upholstery or steel fixtures. Avoid competing with patterned walls; instead, amplify its energy through directional lighting (30-degree spotlights enhance the metallic gold leaf accents). Smaller giclée reproductions work well in library nooks beside binoculars or field guides, reinforcing thematic coherence.
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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.
