Cabot's Tern, Plate CCLXXIX (1835)

Highlights

• 279 Cabot's Tern 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

A Cabot's Tern (now known as Sandwich Tern) stands in profile on a sandy shore, rendered with Audubon's signature naturalistic precision — its black cap, slender yellow-tipped bill, and pale grey-white plumage set against a softly muted coastal sky. A crab and bits of driftwood occupy the foreground, lending ecological detail characteristic of Audubon's ornithological studies from 'The Birds of America' (1827–1838). This hand-colored engraving exemplifies Audubon's landmark publication, widely regarded as one of the finest ornithological works ever produced, celebrated for its life-sized, dramatically composed bird portraits.