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Born in 1785, John James Audubon was the son of a French sea captain. He grew up in France, and at the age of 18 was sent to America where he fell in love with nature, observing and drawing birds which is captured beautifully in this stunning piece of art which is ideal for any room in the home. When he travelled to England years later, his first ‘Birds of America’ volume was published and became an overnight success! By 1831 he was recognised as the leading naturalist of his country, getting as close to nature as you could possibly get and becoming one of the “men of science”. The full collection contains 435 life-size watercolours of detailed studies and stunning illustrations showing all different types of North American birds in their natural environments; all reproduced from hand-engraved plates. John James Audubon is celebrated for giving the world the first great collection of American birds and his work is considered the archetype of wildlife illustration.
I really like this bird print because of its vintage appeal and subtle colour palette, which makes it quite versatile in various interiors. It works particularly well in rustic, Scandinavian, or eclectic spaces where natural materials and muted tones are favoured. For styling, consider pairing it with warm wood tones or soft upholstery to create a cosy, inviting vibe. It also works well as a standalone piece or as part of a gallery wall in a study or hallway. To keep the focus on the artwork, keep surrounding decor simple and minimise visual clutter. The size and natural wood finish add a tactile element that can really enhance a curated, personalised look.
Evan Carter
Flitch Interior Stylist
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