Considered one of his John James Audubon's finest drawings, this dramatically composed image of a Fish Hawk, or Osprey, became Plate 81 of "The Birds of America." Audubon wrote, “When it plunges into the water in pursuit of a fish, it sometimes proceeds deep enough to disappear for an instant. The surge caused by its descent is so great as to make the spot around it present the appearance of a mass of foam. It mounts a few yards into the air, shakes the water from its plumage, squeezes the fish
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Considered one of his John James Audubon's finest drawings, this dramatically composed image of a Fish Hawk, or Osprey, became Plate 81 of "The Birds of America." Audubon wrote, “When it plunges into the water in pursuit of a fish, it sometimes proceeds deep enough to disappear for an instant. The surge caused by its descent is so great as to make the spot around it present the appearance of a mass of foam. It mounts a few yards into the air, shakes the water from its plumage, squeezes the fish
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Birds of America by John James Audubon is the finest ornithological book ever produced – and one of the greatest works of book art. The complete set - bound in four volumes - contains 435 portraits of North American birds, each painstakingly hand-painted and reproduced at life-size. 🦉🦅 So, it's no coincidence that it holds pride of place in our World of the Book exhibition. Principal Librarian Des Cowley reveals the intriguing stories behind this incredible work of art, including how the Libra
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Birds of America by John James Audubon is the finest ornithological book ever produced – and one of the greatest works of book art. The complete set - bound in four volumes - contains 435 portraits of North American birds, each painstakingly hand-painted and reproduced at life-size. 🦉🦅 So, it's no coincidence that it holds pride of place in our World of the Book exhibition. Principal Librarian Des Cowley reveals the intriguing stories behind this incredible work of art, including how the Libra
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The Birds of America, from Drawings made in the United States and Their Territories by AUDUBON, John James (1785-1851) New York: George R. Lockwood, 1870. 8 volumes, 8vo. (10 3/16 x 6 5/8 inches). 500 hand-lithographed plates. In a magnificent uniform full brown morocco bindings, elaborately tooled in blind on the covers and spines, marbled endpapers, gilt dentelles, all edges gilt The rare final octavo edition of Audubon's Birds of America in a spectacular full brown morocco binding. The finest
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The Birds of America, from Drawings made in the United States and Their Territories by AUDUBON, John James (1785-1851) New York: George R. Lockwood, 1870. 8 volumes, 8vo. (10 3/16 x 6 5/8 inches). 500 hand-lithographed plates. In a magnificent uniform full brown morocco bindings, elaborately tooled in blind on the covers and spines, marbled endpapers, gilt dentelles, all edges gilt The rare final octavo edition of Audubon's Birds of America in a spectacular full brown morocco binding. The finest
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Our Audubon Gallery features a rare, complete four-folio set of The Birds of America, the culmination of John James Audubon’s quest to depict every existing bird species in North America, which he undertook beginning in 1820. Check out this behind-the-scenes look at the turning of the Audubon pages earlier this week. | North Carolina Museum of Art
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Our Audubon Gallery features a rare, complete four-folio set of The Birds of America, the culmination of John James Audubon’s quest to depict every existing bird species in North America, which he undertook beginning in 1820. Check out this behind-the-scenes look at the turning of the Audubon pages earlier this week. | North Carolina Museum of Art
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Naturalist and painter John James Audubon was born on this day in 1785 in San Domingue (Haiti) and came to New Orleans in 1821 while working on his “Birds of America” series. He painted game birds at the French Market and earned his livelihood painting portraits. THNOC’s acquisition of this rare, double-elephant Audubon Portfolio was made possible by the 2016 Laussat Society. | The Historic New Orleans Collection
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Naturalist and painter John James Audubon was born on this day in 1785 in San Domingue (Haiti) and came to New Orleans in 1821 while working on his “Birds of America” series. He painted game birds at the French Market and earned his livelihood painting portraits. THNOC’s acquisition of this rare, double-elephant Audubon Portfolio was made possible by the 2016 Laussat Society. | The Historic New Orleans Collection
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By popular demand, here’s a look at how we turn the pages of John James Audubon’s “The Birds of America” folios, of which only about 200 complete sets exist today! Did you know we turn it quarterly? It will take more than 12 years to completely make our way through the books. Reserve your free timed ticket to visit the galleries Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm at visit.ncartmuseum.org. | North Carolina Museum of Art
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By popular demand, here’s a look at how we turn the pages of John James Audubon’s “The Birds of America” folios, of which only about 200 complete sets exist today! Did you know we turn it quarterly? It will take more than 12 years to completely make our way through the books. Reserve your free timed ticket to visit the galleries Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm at visit.ncartmuseum.org. | North Carolina Museum of Art
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Explorer, Naturalist, Artist John James Aududon and the Birds of America
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Explorer, Naturalist, Artist John James Aududon and the Birds of America
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Spotted an original John James Audubon Birds of America at Lehigh’s Linderman Library, one of the most remarkable bird books ever published. Each life-size painting was transformed into copperplate etchings and hand-colored by Robert Havell’s staff under Audubon’s direction. More than 1,000 birds appear across 435 plates, usually bound into four volumes. Originally about 200 sets were produced, and fewer than 120 complete sets remain today. Learn more from Lehigh’s exhibit: https://exhibits.lib.
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This is one of the biggest books in the Royal Library at Windsor Castle. John James Audubon’s immense 4-volume ‘Birds of America’ was made up of 435 hand-coloured prints. The artist insisted on having even the largest species reproduced life-size, resulting in dramatic prints on ‘Double Elephant’ size paper (approximately 100 x 67cm; 40 x 28 inches), one of the largest sizes of European handmade paper. | Royal Collection Trust
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John James Audubon (1785-1851) Illustration from Birds of America (1827)
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Exploring around the grave of John James Audubon, the French entrepreneur best known for his painting and documenting the birds of America. He published several volumes of ornithological studies and worked to create a complete pictoral record of bird species of North America. Although Audubon is surrounded by controversy, including claims of fraud and plagiarism, as well as his participation in slave trade, many groups retain his name for his contributions to the interests of "birding", though a
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In this episode of Expert Voices, our own Selby Kiffer explains why John James Audubon's 'Birds of America' is universally acknowledged as one of the most important achievements in book illustration and natural history. An early subscriber's copy will be on offer in a single lot sale immediately following our Fine Books and Manuscripts auction this December in NYC. | Sotheby's
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Uncover Alabama | Audubon Bird Sanctuary - Mobile County In the early 1800s, an artist had a passion for painting birds. John James Audubon found, studied, & painted many birds that few people had ever seen. He started the conservation efforts for these animals & the natural habitats they need for survival. #birdwatching #wildlifeconservation #uncoveralabama | Uncover Alabama
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John James Audubon: Birds of America & the American Wilderness
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Audubon - Birds of America - Illustrations with Bird Sounds
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The legendary John James Audubon once lived in Louisiana, and you can walk in his footsteps at Audubon State Historic Site. Discover how he spent his days while painting the iconic Birds of America collection! Audubon State Historic Site #JohnJamesAudubon #BirdsOfAmerica #AmericanArt #NatureArt #ArtHistory #lastateparks #BirdWatching #BirdLovers #WildlifeArt #naturelovers | Louisiana State Parks
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HNOC curators and preparators turned the page of John James Audubon’s “Birds of America” this week to reveal a print of the red-winged starling, or marsh blackbird. Known as a double-elephant folio because of its size, the publication is a pinnacle of book history. HNOC acquired a copy of its second edition—the Bien edition—in 2016. Spearheaded by Audubon’s son John Woodhouse Audubon, its plates were printed from 1858 to 1860 after the elder Audubon’s death in 1851. Lithographer Julius Bien tran
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How John James Audubon Painted Nature’s Soul: The Birds of America Story
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A Look Inside Audubon's Aviary
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John James Audubon's Birds of America Video: 19th Century Bird Paintings from Audubon's Bird Book
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The Conservation of a Complete Original John James Audubon Havell Edition of "The Birds of America"
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John James Audubon was America’s first celebrity naturalist. His Birds of America became a monument to nature. But on the Missouri in the 1840s, he saw abundance giving way to destruction. He painted what he loved, even as it began to vanish. | MeatEater
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See inside a rare copy of Audubon's Bird of America
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We invite you to experience the breathtaking “Audubon’s Birds of America” exhibition, on view through February 16, 2025. This remarkable collection celebrates the intricate beauty of nature as captured by the renowned artist, naturalist, and ornithologist John James Audubon. Explore more than 40 beautifully hand-colored prints, along with a selection of illustrations, books, letters, photographs, and ephemera. Many of these fragile works, which have undergone years of careful conservation, are b
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