Black-headed Goldfinch

by John James Audubon

Experience the magic of 19th century American natural history by bringing this magnificent reproduction of John James Audubon’s Black-headed Goldfinch (Plate 182) into your home. This rare work was originally created for inclusion in his famous “Birds of America – Royal Octavo Edition”. This beautiful illustration brings to life the vitality and feather detail of one of the most delightful songbirds in North America.

Audubon’s innovative style is exemplified in this plate through his exceptional ability to capture the bird’s realistic posture in the natural botanical environment. The work of Audubon and master lithographer J.T. Bowen from Philadelphia is a perfect combination of scientific accuracy and artistic talent. This fine art print will bring elegance, sophistication, and warmth of the past into any living space or art gallery.