Scarlet Ibis by John James Audubon, Vintage Art Print Reproduction

Scarlet Ibis by John James Audubon, vintage bird illustration from Birds of America (1827), etched by Robert Havell, available as an unframed fine art giclée print.

Striking natural history illustration of the Scarlet Ibis (Eudocimus ruber), reproduced from Birds of America by John James Audubon (1785–1851) and etched by Robert Havell (1793–1878). This plate exemplifies the refined collaboration between Audubon and Havell, whose engravings are noted for their clarity, depth, and faithful translation of Audubon’s original compositions.

The composition presents two Scarlet Ibises in contrasting plumage, highlighting both vivid coloration and anatomical distinction. The balanced coastal setting and subtle horizon emphasize scale, posture, and interaction, underscoring Audubon’s ability to combine scientific accuracy with visual narrative.

Originally executed as a hand-colored watercolor natural history illustration. The artwork has been digitally remastered from a historical source, preserving fine feather detail, tonal depth, and the expressive character of the original engraved plate. Subtle variations such as faint texture, plate marks, or tonal inconsistencies may remain from the antique source and are considered part of the artwork’s authentic historical quality. Printed using archival pigment inks on museum-quality matte fine art paper for long-term color stability and reduced glare.

Details:

• Art print reproduction
• Various sizes, horizontal / landscape orientation
• Archival matte fine art paper
• Giclée-quality printing
• Unframed
• Shipped rolled in a protective tube

Condition:

New. This art print reproduction is newly produced from a digitally restored 18th-century illustration. Minor imperfections from the original source may be present and are considered part of the artwork’s historical authenticity.