Certified Art Giclee by John James Audubon, 19th Century
€650.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 67 cm × 100 cm , created by John James Audubon as a fine example of Certified Art Giclee work from the 19th Century (1800s).
It is preserved in condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
2 in stock
The Audubon Brown Pelican Giclée is a certified fine art print made in cooperation with Teylers Museum. Each work is printed on Hahnemuhle White Etching paper and carries a signature, number, blind embossing, and Certificate of Authenticity. With only 250 copies available, this edition offers collectors a rare opportunity to own a museum‑quality reproduction of Audubon’s masterpiece.
John James Audubon, America’s foremost wildlife artist, created Birds of America—a collection of 435 life‑size watercolours that still defines natural history art. The Brown Pelican image reveals his unmatched skill and deep admiration for the natural world.
In 1826, Audubon sailed to England to find a skilled printer. There, Robert Havell Jr. engraved Birds of America in aquatint while more than fifty colorists hand‑finished each plate. As a result, the massive “Double Elephant Folio” emerged—an achievement often described as the greatest picture book ever produced.
Today, Teylers Museum in Haarlem proudly holds one of the surviving original editions. This Audubon Brown Pelican Giclée continues that tradition by combining vivid detail, historical authenticity, and exceptional craftsmanship. It remains an inspiring choice for collectors who appreciate the beauty of natural art and timeless printing technique.
John James Audubon (1785–1851) was a French-American artist and naturalist. He made detailed, life-size paintings of North American birds. His work combined art and science with bright, lifelike colors. Audubon helped deepen knowledge about birds and nature in America. Collectors prize his work for its beauty and rarity. His art remains a valued part of natural history and fine art.
The 19th century marked the era of cartography, as mapmaking became professional, organized, and global. Scientists and surveyors used improved instruments and statistical methods, turning maps into trusted scientific documents with greater precision. Surveying advanced with triangulation, precise tools, and national topographic programs. Printing technology improved, adopting lithography and early color printing to produce clearer, richer maps. New thematic maps used techniques like choropleth, flow lines, and dot density to show data visually. Notably, Charles Minard pioneered multivariate mapping, combining multiple data themes on one map.
Map design reflected industrial and Victorian tastes, balancing detail and readability. Governments supported mapping societies to control territories at home and abroad. Maps became essential for urban planning, empire-building, and scientific research. The 19th century also fostered a global map culture, sharing knowledge internationally. Today, 19th-century maps are prized for their science and artistry. They laid the foundation for modern cartography, data visualization, and geographic information science, and are celebrated by collectors and institutions for their insight into industrial-age geography and culture.
| Dimensions | 67 × 100 cm |
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| Frame | No Frame |
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| Technique | Certified Art Giclee |
| Publish Date | 19th Century |
Our antique prints are carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival.
Smaller prints are shipped in acid-free, flat protective packaging, while larger works are securely rolled and sent in a sturdy tube to preserve their condition.
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European Union: €15
Outside the EU: On request (contact us for an exact quote)
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Our highest classification. These prints are clean, bright, and exceptionally well-preserved, featuring a strong and crisp image. No notable imperfections.
Prints in this condition show a clean, sharp image. Paper quality or margin size may vary slightly. Minor age-related characteristics, such as small wormholes, light toning, or tiny separations may be present depending on the print date.
No major imperfections. Any minor flaws or historical repairs are fully noted in the product description. Overall a well-preserved and collectible piece.
These prints show noticeable imperfections such as foxing, weaker image strength, or longer separations, but remain collectible. All visible characteristics are clearly described.
