Belted Kingfisher, first published in 1827, is one of the exquisitely detailed bird illustrations from John James Audubon's monumental work, Birds of America. This particular plate captures the majesty and precision of the Belted Kingfisher, a bird observed through meticulous study by Audubon.

And now, for the first time in almost 200 years, you can acquire a pristine, personalized art print of Belted Kingfisher. This print will be meticulously crafted at The Unique Maps Co. workshop using thick archival matte paper, ensuring it remains vibrant and wrinkle-free for decades.

John James Audubon is renowned for his extraordinary contributions to ornithology and natural history. Born in 1785, he documented America's avian life with an artistic flair that was both scientifically precise and aesthetically overwhelming. His Birds of America consists of 435 hand-colored prints, yet very few copies remain accessible today, most safeguarded by significant libraries and institutions.

The original life-size pages of Audubon's work allowed him to convey immense detail in his illustrations. The Belted Kingfisher (Ceryle alcyon) showcases Audubon's ability to depict not only the bird’s intricate plumage but also its natural habitat, creating a snapshot that is both beautiful and educational. The bird is particularly interesting due to its unique flight patterns and distinct coloring, with vivid blues and contrasting whites.

This fine art print of Belted Kingfisher would be an exceptional addition to any home, offering a splash of historical and natural beauty. It also makes a thoughtful and unique gift for occasions like Christmas, Father's Day, Mother's Day, housewarming, or as a memorable departing gift for a colleague.

If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.

You can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at more examples of personalisation.

You can also choose to age your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out lots of examples of other aged artwork.

The model in the listing images is holding the 16x20in (40x50cm) version of this art print.

I can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please get in touch.

This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.