{"product_id":"plate-165-bachmans-finch-john-james-audubon","title":"Plate 165, Bachman's Finch - John James Audubon","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed hand-coloured engraving of Bachman's Finch by John James Audubon, from his renowned series *The Birds of America*. This print combines scientific accuracy with artistic expression, capturing the bird in its natural habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJohn James Audubon (1785-1851) was an American ornithologist, naturalist, and painter, notable for his expansive studies documenting all types of American birds and for his detailed illustrations that depicted the birds in their natural habitats. His major work, *The Birds of America* (1827-1839), is a collection of 435 life-size prints, all hand-engraved and coloured. Audubon combined his skills as both an artist and a naturalist to create what is considered one of the greatest ornithological works ever completed. His depictions of birds are not just scientifically accurate but also artistically expressive, capturing the essence and vitality of each species. Plate 165, Bachman's Finch, presents a detailed study of the bird perched among flowering branches. The finch, rendered in delicate browns and creams, is shown in a natural pose, its form carefully observed. The surrounding foliage and blossoms are depicted with precision, showcasing Audubon's attention to botanical accuracy. The composition is both scientific and artistic, providing a clear view of the bird and its environment. The subtle colour palette and fine lines contribute to the print's overall aesthetic appeal, making it a fine example of Audubon's skill as an artist and naturalist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/susannah-powell-mason-mrs-jonathan-mason-gilbert-stuart\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSusannah Powell Mason (Mrs. Jonathan Mason) - Gilbert Stuart — Gilbert Stuart\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"John James Audubon","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57669576393039,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57669582225743,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57669582258511,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57669582291279,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57669582324047,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-165-Bachman-s-Finch_Poster_CompositorV1_1778545444447.jpg?v=1778551450","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/plate-165-bachmans-finch-john-james-audubon","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}