Californian Nuthatch

by John James Audubon

Bring your surroundings back to a period of American ornithological history with this wonderful reproduction of the Californian Nuthatch painted by John James Audubon. This painting was originally created through Audubon’s tireless efforts on trips to document the flora and fauna found throughout the continent. This spectacular work exemplifies the artist’s talent in the combination of accurate scientific knowledge and realistic portrayal.

In the painting you will see a highly agile bird known today as the Pygmy Nuthatch perched amid the branches and cones of a pine tree. Everything in this picture down to the smallest feather and bark fragment is reproduced with remarkable accuracy. This stunning work pays tribute to one of the greatest works of ornithology: The Birds of America. It is perfect for a birder, collector of vintage Americana, or an illustration enthusiast.