{"product_id":"vulpes-lagopus-arctic-fox-winter-summer-pelage-by-john-woodhouse-audubon-1845","title":"Arctic Fox (Vulpes lagopus) Winter \u0026 Summer pelage by John Woodhouse Audubon, 1845","description":"\u003cp\u003eVulpes lagopus, Arctic Fox. Winter \u0026amp; Summer pelage. (1845) by John Woodhouse Audubon is a quintessential Victorian zoological illustration that fuses scientific observation with painterly finesse. In this plate, Audubon presents the Arctic fox in two seasonal guises—its immaculate winter white and its warmer, tawny summer coat—capturing the animal’s remarkable adaptation to life in the far north. Created in the mid-nineteenth century, when natural history publishing flourished, the image reflects a period that prized accuracy, beauty, and education in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality fine art print of the work, produced on your choice of acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas for exceptional longevity and color fidelity. The Unique Maps Co. provides a range of sizes to suit intimate studies or bold statement walls, along with optional professional framing. Personalization and customization are available—choose period-style titling, add a dedication or date, and select margin styles to complement your décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Woodhouse Audubon (1812–1862), son of the famed naturalist John James Audubon, was a skilled American artist and field observer in his own right. He contributed substantially to the celebrated nineteenth-century surveys of North American wildlife, applying a disciplined eye to anatomy and behavior. His work stands out for its blend of live study, studio refinement, and a painter’s grasp of character—qualities that elevated natural history plates to enduring works of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject here, Vulpes lagopus—the Arctic fox—holds special significance in the story of biodiversity and climate adaptation. By presenting both winter and summer pelage, Audubon distilled one of the species’ defining traits into a single, teachable image: the seasonal shift from snow-bright camouflage to earth-toned concealment. The composition speaks to the era’s zeal for cataloging nature with care, often via lithographic plates finished by hand coloring, so that scholars and the public alike could see wildlife rendered with faithful nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAesthetically, the print’s appeal lies in its exquisite surfaces and balanced palette. Fine, hairlike strokes articulate the plush texture of the winter coat, while smooth, rounded forms and warmer notes—tawny oranges and sunlit yellows—animate the summer fur. These warmer hues rest against gentle tundra greens and subtle violet shadows, setting off the crisp whites of the winter fox and creating a calm, naturalistic harmony. The result is a quietly dramatic pairing that suits a variety of interiors—from Scandinavian minimalism to classic libraries—and rewards close viewing with endless detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThoughtful and timeless, this Arctic fox print makes a memorable gift for naturalists, art lovers, and anyone drawn to northern landscapes. It’s ideal for birthdays, housewarmings, Christmas, Father’s or Mother’s Day, or as a keepsake for someone returning from travels to polar or Scandinavian regions.\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=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. 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