Belted Kingfisher, Plate 77 (1838)

Highlights

• Belted Kingfisher, Plate 77 by John James Audubon from Birds of America — a faithful museum-quality reproduction of a celebrated ornithological study.
• CHOOSE YOUR SIZE & FORMAT: Pick your dimensions and shape right from this listing — vertical, horizontal, panoramic and square options available.
• MUSEUM-QUALITY GICLEE: Fade-resistant archival inks on premium artist-grade canvas, hand-stretched and gallery-wrapped over a solid 1.5" wood frame, hardware attached and ready to hang.
• A REFINED FOCAL POINT for the living room, bedroom, study, home office or entryway — timeless style with lasting appeal.
• HANDCRAFTED IN THE USA: Made to order in multiple sizes and shapes — a thoughtful, gallery-worthy gift.

Description

This plate depicts two Belted Kingfishers — one in dramatic mid-flight with wings spread wide, the other perched on a weathered wooden post beside a tranquil river landscape with soft mountains in the background. The composition captures the birds' signature blue-grey plumage, rust-banded chest, and bold crests with characteristic scientific precision and artistic vitality. Originally published in Audubon's landmark ornithological work 'The Birds of America' (1827–1838), this plate exemplifies his revolutionary approach of depicting birds at life size in naturalistic settings.