{"product_id":"brewer-s-shrew-mole-scallops-brewerii-by-john-woodhouse-audubon-1845","title":"Brewer’s Shrew Mole (Scallops Brewerii) by John Woodhouse Audubon, 1845","description":"\u003cp\u003eScallops Brewerii, Brewer’s Shrew Mole. Male \u0026amp; female. Natural size. by John Woodhouse Audubon (1845) is a quintessential Victorian zoological illustration that unites scientific purpose with refined artistry. A leading figure in the renowned Audubon family, John Woodhouse worked alongside his father on landmark natural history projects during a period of fervent exploration and classification. Here, he presents male and female specimens side by side at full scale, inviting close comparison of form, proportion, and subtle anatomical distinctions—an approach that exemplifies the 19th century’s commitment to accuracy and careful observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a museum-quality fine art print produced by The Unique Maps Co., available on acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes with optional conservation framing. We offer thoughtful personalization—such as a custom dedication or period-style title line—and can advise on cropping and margins to preserve the plate’s original character. Each print is color-checked for fidelity so the delicate tones and textures of the original are beautifully rendered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: John Woodhouse Audubon (1812–1862) was both a painter and field naturalist whose contributions helped shape the visual language of North American wildlife art. Building on the Audubon legacy, his plates paired artistic sensitivity with empirical clarity, distilling the era’s impulses toward exploration, cataloging, and public education. His works often accompanied scientific texts, ensuring that fine illustration and zoological understanding progressed in step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the subject: The plate is explicitly labeled “Scallops Brewerii” and “Brewer’s Shrew Mole,” presented “Male \u0026amp; female. Natural size.” This emphasis on life scale is quintessentially mid-19th century, when comparative study and direct measurement were paramount. By depicting both sexes together, Audubon underscores subtle differences while keeping the animals grounded in a natural setting, echoing the period’s belief that species should be seen not as isolated specimens but as participants in a broader ecological scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and style: The palette is restrained yet lifelike—earthy browns and warm, soft orange notes in the fur offset against fresh greens and small pink blossoms. Fine, hairlike strokes describe the pelt; feathery brushwork articulates the grasses; and a crisp white field heightens the sense of clarity. The composition is quiet and purposeful, ideal for a study, library, or gallery wall where details reward close looking. Collectors value this print for its bridge between art and science, its gentle naturalism, and its beautifully observed textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant zoological print makes a distinctive gift for naturalists, wildlife lovers, and anyone who appreciates Victorian science and design—perfect for birthdays, graduations, housewarmings, and thoughtful occasions like Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, or Christmas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e a different size, a different colour, a special frame \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e then please \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e. I usually respond within a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou 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 \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/map-personalisation\"\u003emore examples of personalisation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also choose to \u003cem\u003eage\u003c\/em\u003e 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 \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/sepia-aged-maps\"\u003elots of examples of other aged artwork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this art print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI 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 \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/es\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/map-finishes-framed-canvas\"\u003estandard frames\u003c\/a\u003e come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. 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