Barnacle Goose, Plate Ccxcvi

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "Barnacle Goose, Plate Ccxcvi", originally brought to life by the talented John James Audubon. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to John James Audubon and his artistic vision.

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"Barnacle Goose, Plate Ccxcvi" is a notable illustration by the renowned American ornithologist, naturalist, and painter John James Audubon, featured in his seminal work "The Birds of America," which was published as a series in sections between 1827 and 1838. The plate, numbered 296 in the Havell edition, depicts the Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis) in a naturalistic setting, showcasing Audubon's meticulous attention to detail and his commitment to portraying birds in their natural habitats.

Audubon's "The Birds of America" is celebrated for its life-sized watercolors of North American birds, and it represents one of the most significant contributions to ornithological art. Each illustration in the collection, including the Barnacle Goose, was initially engraved on copper plates, printed, and then hand-colored. The Barnacle Goose plate, like others in the series, would have been based on Audubon's field observations and specimen studies, reflecting his dedication to scientific accuracy combined with artistic expression.

The Barnacle Goose itself is a medium-sized goose with distinctive markings and is native to the Arctic and temperate regions of Europe. In Audubon's era, the species was the subject of various myths and was less well understood than it is today, making his depiction an important historical record of the species' appearance and perceived behavior during the early 19th century.

As a part of "The Birds of America," the "Barnacle Goose, Plate Ccxcvi" holds significant value not only as a piece of art but also as a scientific record. The work is emblematic of Audubon's legacy, which has had a lasting impact on ornithology, art, and the conservation movement. Today, original prints of Audubon's plates, including that of the Barnacle Goose, are highly prized by collectors and institutions, and they continue to inspire admiration for their beauty and historical importance.

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