{"product_id":"cat-squirrel-sciurus-cinereus-by-john-woodhouse-audubon-1845","title":"Cat Squirrel (Sciurus cinereus) by John Woodhouse Audubon, 1845","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn Woodhouse Audubon’s Sciurus cinereus, Cat Squirrel. Natural size. (1845) captures the mid-19th century fusion of art and science with extraordinary clarity. A leading figure in American natural history illustration—and the son of famed ornithologist John James Audubon—John Woodhouse worked in the Naturalist style to render wildlife with measured accuracy and painterly sensitivity. Here, he presents the “cat squirrel” at life size, poised along a textured branch, its posture and alert gaze communicating both anatomy and character. First published in the Victorian era, this zoological plate reflects a cultural moment when finely printed images were essential to studying and celebrating North American fauna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-grade fine art print produced by The Unique Maps Co. Choose between acid-free, archival matte paper or artist’s cotton canvas, each printed with richly pigmented inks for lasting color. Multiple sizes—including near original-plate scale—are available, with optional conservation-grade framing in black, white, or natural wood. Personalization options include a custom caption or dedication, and bespoke sizing is available on request to fit your space perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: John Woodhouse Audubon (1812–1862) was an American artist and naturalist who helped carry forward his family’s legacy of field-based scientific art. Known for his contributions to mammalian studies, he emphasized lifelike behavior, accurate proportion, and the relationship between animal and environment—principles that made his work both scientifically valuable and aesthetically enduring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the subject: The plate title explicitly identifies the animal as Sciurus cinereus, Cat Squirrel—portrayed at natural size. In 19th-century usage, Sciurus cinereus referred to what is now commonly known as the eastern gray squirrel (modern name Sciurus carolinensis). Audubon’s composition situates the squirrel on a living perch, highlighting the animal’s agility and social alertness. Such images helped popularize natural history when books and prints were central tools for learning, inspiring curiosity well beyond the scientific community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor, style, and why to own it: The palette centers on a crisp white ground that illuminates warm orange-brown nuances in the fur, with soft brown and gray-cream transitions that model the body in convincing volume. Fine strokes articulate whiskers and guard hairs, while broader textural marks bring the bark’s ridges to life. The circular arcs of the tail and the elongated lines of the body create a balanced, dynamic silhouette—an elegant study that suits traditional libraries and studies as well as modern, minimalist interiors. For those who appreciate Victorian natural history and impeccable draftsmanship, this piece offers a timeless conversation starter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Audubon fine art print makes a thoughtful gift for nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and anyone with a fondness for American history—perfect for Christmas, Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, a housewarming, or for a friend just back from exploring North America’s forests and parks.\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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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":58406634160512,"sku":"UM00316800A","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58406634193280,"sku":"UM00316801A","price":228.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58406634226048,"sku":"UM00316802A","price":238.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58406634258816,"sku":"UM00316803A","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58406634291584,"sku":"UM00316804A","price":228.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed 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