American Pied Billed - Antique Aves Print

Design Inspiration: This fine art print reproduces a plate from John James Audubon's landmark 19th-century masterwork, "The Birds of America," depicting the Pied-billed Grebe (Podilymbus podiceps), which Audubon cataloged as the "Pied-billed Dobchick." Known as the "water witch" for its elusive habits and remarkable diving reflexes, this small, stocky waterbird is recognized by its short, stout bill, banded in black in breeding plumage, and by its lobed toes, built for powerful underwater propulsion. Engraved by Robert Havell Jr., the composition shows two grebes on a grassy, muddy shoreline beneath a soft sky. The foreground bird is in full profile, its grayish-brown plumage rendered in fine detail. A charming addition to a lake house, coastal home, library, or study, this print pairs beautifully with coastal, traditional, and naturalist interiors. Craftsmanship: This print is reproduced from an antique Audubon engraving, scanned and enlarged by one of the top fine art printers in the country. Every print is made on acid-free, 100% rag cotton fine art watercolor paper using archival pigment inks for lasting visual brilliance. After printing, each piece is hand-trimmed with an 18-karat gold ink border and floated on conservation matboard for a refined, gallery-quality presentation. Available print-only or framed in our Larson-Juhl black and gold frame. For a custom Fattori Fine Frame, please get in touch with us directly. The Dixie & Grace Difference: At Dixie & Grace, we believe art should be as thoughtfully chosen as the room it lives in. Our licensed interior designer can help you select the ideal size, frame, and placement for this piece, and can also help coordinate fabric, bedding, or tableware for a beautiful pairing. Product Details: Antique engraving from John James Audubon's "The Birds of America," hand-selected by Sara Fattori for Dixie & Grace Subject: Pied-billed Grebe (Pied-billed Dobchick, Podilymbus podiceps), two birds on a grassy shoreline Frame: Larson-Juhl black and gold 100% rag cotton, acid-free fine art watercolor paper Archival pigment inks Hand-trimmed edges with 18-karat gold ink Floated on conservation matboard Print Sizes: Small 20"x30", Medium 30"x45", Large 40"x60" Quick Ship Size (print only): 25-1/2" x 40" Framed Sizes: Small 25-7/8"x35-7/8", Medium 35-7/8"x50-7/8", Large 45-7/8"x65-7/8" Available print-only or framed with a standard Larson-Juhl frame; custom Fattori Fine Frame available by contacting us Complete the Collection: Pair this Audubon Pied-billed Grebe print with our other antique aves and coastal-themed engravings for a naturalist-inspired gallery wall. Note: Images are representative of the product. Actual print and frame colors and size may vary. Shipping charges for framed prints to be billed separately prior to shipment.