Experience a true piece of America’s natural history of the 19th century by acquiring this rare antique print of Audubon’s Townsend’s Ptilogonys (plate 69), from John James Audubon’s famous Birds of America Royal Octavo Edition.Produced in the finest traditions under the direct guidance of the artist, this outstanding print exemplifies his distinctive naturalistic style characterized by the ability to represent wild animals and birds with utmost realism in their natural surroundings. The precise line drawing and exquisite hand coloring of the print were done in Philadelphia by the famous lithographer J.T. Bowen, making them highly sought after among art collectors.Described by Audubon himself on his pioneering expeditions throughout the wilderness of America, the bird known in the 21st century as "Townsend's Solitaire" is referred to as "Audubon’s Townsend's Ptilogonys."
