{"product_id":"collies-squirrel-sciurus-colliaei-by-john-woodhouse-audubon-1845","title":"Collie's Squirrel (Sciurus colliaei) by John Woodhouse Audubon, 1845","description":"\u003cp\u003eSciurus colliaei, Collies Squirrel. Natural size. (1845–1848) by John Woodhouse Audubon introduces a keenly observed portrait of Collie’s squirrel (Sciurus colliaei) rendered with the scientific clarity and quiet drama that defined nineteenth‑century natural history art. John Woodhouse Audubon—son of the famed John James Audubon and a gifted wildlife artist in his own right—merged field observation with painterly finesse to create images that informed as much as they delighted. Here, the subject is shown in a careful full‑body study at true scale, its poised posture and attentive gaze inviting close inspection of form, texture, and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered as a high‑quality fine art print from The Unique Maps Co., this piece is available on museum‑grade, acid‑free archival paper or on richly textured artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, and elevate it further with our custom framing. Personalization options—such as a dedication line, date, or tailored title block—are available to make your print uniquely yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: John Woodhouse Audubon (born 1812) was a central figure in America’s golden age of natural history illustration. Building on his family’s legacy, he traveled, sketched, and painted with an eye for taxonomy and a hand for expressive composition. His works bridged studio artistry and field science, capturing wildlife with precision while imbuing each subject with a sense of presence and narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy this subject matters: Collie’s squirrel, here identified by its scientific name Sciurus colliaei, is presented at “natural size,” a hallmark of the Audubon tradition that enabled scholars and enthusiasts to evaluate proportions, coloration, and anatomy without guesswork. In the mid‑1800s—an era of accelerating scientific inquiry—such plates were vital to cataloging biodiversity and advancing public appreciation for zoology. This image embodies that mission, presenting the animal in a lifelike posture within a lightly suggested habitat that hints at behavior and ecology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and style: Set against a clean white ground that heightens contrast, the squirrel’s fur is modeled with delicate stippling and smooth gradients shifting from warm orange‑russet through soft grays to deeper earth tones along the spine and tail. Subtle greens and yellow‑ochre notes in the foliage and branch provide a natural counterpoint, while the rough, bark‑like textures play against the animal’s silken coat. The result is a balanced composition—scientifically accurate yet visually graceful—that sits beautifully in contemporary and traditional interiors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis timeless zoological illustration makes a thoughtful gift for naturalists, wildlife lovers, and art enthusiasts. It’s perfect for occasions such as Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, new‑home celebrations, or as a meaningful memento for anyone who cherishes classic Victorian natural history and the beauty of the living world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e a different size, a different colour, a special frame \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e then please \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e. I usually respond within a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/map-personalisation\"\u003emore examples of personalisation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also choose to \u003cem\u003eage\u003c\/em\u003e your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/sepia-aged-maps\"\u003elots of examples of other aged artwork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this art print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/map-finishes-framed-canvas\"\u003estandard frames\u003c\/a\u003e come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. 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