{"product_id":"four-striped-ground-squirrel-tamias-quadrivitatus-by-john-woodhouse-audubon-1845","title":"Four-striped Ground Squirrel (Tamias quadrivitatus) by John Woodhouse Audubon, 1845","description":"\u003cp\u003eTamias quadrivitatus, Four-striped Ground Squirrel. Natural size. 1. Male, 2. Female, 3 \u0026amp; 4. Young. (1845–1848) by John Woodhouse Audubon captures a moment of lively observation at the intersection of art and early American zoology. Created in the mid-19th century, this Victorian zoological illustration presents the species at life scale and carefully annotates the male, female, and two young—a nod to the era’s expanding appetite for scientific accuracy and public education in natural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a meticulously produced fine art print of Audubon’s plate, available on museum-grade, acid-free archival paper or hand-stretched artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes, with optional conservation-grade framing to suit classic or contemporary interiors. The Unique Maps Co. can add tasteful captions, dates, or a dedication line, and we’re happy to discuss custom sizing to fit your gallery wall, study, nursery, or reading nook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Woodhouse Audubon, son of the famed John James Audubon, was an accomplished artist-naturalist in his own right, contributing to the distinguished tradition of 19th-century wildlife illustration. His work is prized for combining rigorous field observation with painterly sensitivity, helping to popularize knowledge of North American fauna for a wide audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject here—labeled Tamias quadrivitatus, the four-striped ground squirrel—reflects an era when illustrated plates served both scientific and educational aims. By presenting the animals in natural size and identifying the male, female, and young, Audubon underscores the period’s emphasis on clear taxonomy and comparative anatomy. It’s a composition that feels at once precise and personable, inviting the viewer to study posture, proportion, and subtle behavioral cues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, the plate is a harmony of soft earth tones and a clean, white ground. Delicate, controlled strokes shape the fur, while nuanced browns, tawny oranges, and warm yellow highlights articulate each animal’s stripes and contours. Touches of green in the foliage provide a gently naturalistic setting without overwhelming the figures, ensuring the squirrel family remains the animated focal point. The balance of scientific clarity and painterly warmth makes this a compelling piece for anyone who appreciates the intersection of art and zoology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA timeless gift for naturalists, wildlife lovers, and admirers of Victorian scientific art, this print suits occasions from Christmas and birthdays to Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, housewarmings, or celebrating a friend’s fascination with North American wildlife. It brings a thoughtful blend of scholarship and charm to any space.\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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. 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