The Mocking Bird (Plate 21)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of John James Audubon's The Mocking Bird (Plate 21) 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
The Mocking Bird (Plate 21) by John James Audubon is a masterpiece of ornithological art that radiates both scientific precision and dramatic vitality. Created as part of his monumental The Birds of America (1827-1838), this hand-colored engraving captures a Northern Mockingbird mid-action—wings outstretched, poised defiantly above a nest threatened by rattlesnakes. Audubon’s dynamic composition blends Romanticism’s emotional intensity with meticulous naturalism, achieved through his unparalleled field observations. The scene’s tension—the bird’s heroic posture against the sinuous predators—reflects 19th-century America’s fascination with wilderness narratives. As Plate 21 in his iconic folio, this work exemplifies Audubon’s revolutionary life-sized avian depictions and remains a cornerstone of wildlife art, bridging art, science, and early conservationism. Its historical significance is underscored by Audubon’s hybrid role as artist-explorer, documenting species often before formal scientific classification.
For interior spaces, this artwork commands attention as a statement piece. Its ideal placement would be a study or executive office, where its narrative depth complements wood-toned shelves or leather furnishings. The original double-elephant folio size (approximately 39 x 26 inches) demands generous wall space—consider pairing it with minimalist frames to honor its vintage gravitas, or a gilded frame for traditional interiors. The print’s earthy palette (ochre, olive, and slate) harmonizes with muted walls like sage green or warm taupe, while its high-contrast drama suits modern spaces when juxtaposed with sleek black-and-white decor. Downsize to gallery-quality reproductions for smaller rooms, ensuring the snakes’ intricate scales and the mockingbird’s feathers remain visible. Pair with botanical prints or Audubon’s other plates for a curated natural history theme, avoiding visual clutter to let its storytelling brilliance shine.
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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.
