{"product_id":"dusky-squirrel-sciurus-nigrenscens-by-john-woodhouse-audubon-1845","title":"Dusky Squirrel (Sciurus nigrenscens) by John Woodhouse Audubon, 1845","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn Woodhouse Audubon’s Sciurus nigrenscens (Dusky Squirrel), Male, Natural Size (1845) is a quintessential Victorian zoological illustration—at once a scientific record and a work of art. Rendered with the care that defined 19th‑century natural history, the squirrel is shown in elegant profile, its arcing tail and alert posture framed by touches of natural foliage. Audubon’s keen observational eye captures lifelike texture and anatomy, embodying the era’s commitment to depicting wildlife with accuracy and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum‑quality fine art print of the artwork, meticulously color‑matched and produced by The Unique Maps Co. Choose between acid‑free archival paper for a classic print with crisp detail, or artist’s cotton canvas for a textured, painterly presence. Available in a range of sizes—including options inspired by the original plate scale—you can also add professional framing, mats, and UV‑protective glazing. We’re happy to personalize your piece with a caption plate, dedication, or custom sizing to suit your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Woodhouse Audubon (1812–1862), the gifted son and collaborator of John James Audubon, advanced the golden age of American natural history illustration. He contributed significantly to mid‑century mammal studies and fieldwork, creating plates that balanced anatomical fidelity with an artist’s sensitivity to pose, setting, and character. His works remain prized for their union of art and science, and for their role in shaping public appreciation of North American fauna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject here—the Dusky Squirrel, recorded under the Latin name Sciurus nigrenscens—reflects the 1840s fascination with cataloging the continent’s wildlife. Presented “natural size,” the animal’s scale communicates immediacy and presence, as if encountered in the field. Rather than isolating the specimen, Audubon situates it within a light touch of habitat, an approach that hints at behaviors and ecosystems—ideas that resonate with today’s ecological perspective while remaining true to 19th‑century scientific aims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and craft make this print especially compelling. Warm orange‑brown tones ripple through the squirrel’s glossy coat, set against a clean white field that brightens the composition and draws focus to the animal’s silhouette. Fine, feathery strokes articulate fur, while soft gradients transition along the tail from deep brown to amber highlights. Subtle greens in the surrounding leaves introduce natural contrast without competing for attention. The result is a poised, quietly dramatic study that reads beautifully in both traditional and contemporary interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA timeless choice for naturalists, wildlife lovers, and collectors of Victorian illustration, this piece makes a thoughtful gift for birthdays, housewarmings, Mother’s or Father’s Day, Christmas, or for anyone recently returned from woodland travels. Framed or unframed, on paper or canvas, it brings a touch of early American natural history—and a dash of warm, autumnal color—to any wall.\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. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex\/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Unique Maps Co.","offers":[{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58406620397952,"sku":"UM00316422A","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58406620430720,"sku":"UM00316423A","price":228.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58406620463488,"sku":"UM00316424A","price":238.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58406620496256,"sku":"UM00316425A","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58406620529024,"sku":"UM00316426A","price":228.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed 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