Late 20th Century Framed John James Audubon “Raven (Corvus Corax)” Hand-Colored Engraving Print No. 21, Museum Glass
Chairish$1,550
Late 20th Century Framed John James Audubon “Raven (Corvus Corax)” Hand-Colored Engraving Print No. 21, Museum Glass
Chairish$1,550
John James Audubon’s iconic “Raven (Corvus Corax)” is beautifully represented in this hand-colored engraved print, a striking example of the celebrated natural history illustrations that made Audubon one of America’s most influential ornithologists, naturalists, and wildlife artists. The artwork depicts a male raven perched in a Thick Shell Bark Hickory tree and is identified as Plate No. 21. The print is engraved, printed, and hand-colored by R. Havell, the renowned master engraver responsible for producing many of Audubon’s most sought-after bird illustrations. Audubon’s designation “F.R.S., E.L.S.” refers to his prestigious memberships in the Royal Society and the Linnean Society, reflecting his significance in the scientific and artistic communities of his time. Created using the traditional engraving process, the image was transferred from a meticulously engraved plate and then hand-colored, resulting in the rich detail and depth that collectors prize in Audubon works. This method represents one of the finest forms of printmaking and remains highly regarded among collectors of ornithological and natural history art. Professionally framed and protected under Museum Glass, the presentation enhances both the visual clarity and long-term preservation of the artwork. The frame bears markings indicating professional framing in Lafayette, Indiana.