Black Vulture (Carrion Crow) by John James Audubon, 1827

"Black Vulture (Carrion Crow)" transports us into the vibrant and intricate world of John James Audubon's "Birds of America." First published in 1827, this illustration captures the essence of the Black Vulture, a bird as mysterious as it is ubiquitous across the southern states of America.

This exquisite print, meticulously restored and prepared by The Unique Maps Co., is available for the first time in almost 200 years. Like all our pieces, this print can be personalized to suit your preferences, and is printed on thick, archival matte paper that promises longevity and resistance to fading or wrinkling.

John James Audubon was a distinguished American ornithologist and painter, whose passion for bird illustration is immortalized through his works. "Birds of America" is considered his magnum opus, comprising 435 meticulously hand-colored prints that captured the nuanced beauty of American avifauna. What sets Audubon apart is his ability to depict birds in life-size, dynamic poses, often surrounded by lush landscapes.

"Black Vulture (Carrion Crow)" stands out not only for its artistic brilliance but also for the fascinating details of its subject. The Black Vulture prefers maritime districts and the vicinity of water and is predominantly found in southern states, ranging up the Mississippi River to Ohio. Their communal habits, as described by Audubon, add an intriguing narrative to the illustration, showing these birds engaging in a unique mix of scavenging and social behavior.

The coloration in this piece is striking, with the bird's dull black plumage highlighted by a subtle blue gloss, and its imposing wingspan beautifully captured through detailed brushstrokes. The surrounding elements, such as the varied landscapes and the intricate posturing of the birds, make this print a compelling focal point for any space.

This print makes for a remarkable gift, perfect for occasions such as Christmas, Father's Day, Mother's Day, housewarming, or as a thoughtful gesture for someone with a keen interest in both art and nature. Its historical and visual richness ensures it will be cherished for years to come.

If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.

You 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 more examples of personalisation.

You can also choose to age 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 lots of examples of other aged artwork.

The model in the listing images is holding the 24x36in (60x90cm) version of this art print.

I 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 get in touch.

This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing 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.