{"product_id":"caribou-tarandus-furcifer-by-john-woodhouse-audubon-1845","title":"Caribou (Tarandus furcifer) by John Woodhouse Audubon, 1845","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn Woodhouse Audubon’s Tarandus furcifer, Caribou, or American Rein Deer. Males. 1. Summer pelage, 2. Winter pelage. (1845) captures the great northern deer in its two seasonal coats, set within the 19th-century tradition of natural history art that fused scientific observation with painterly grace. Audubon—an American artist active in the early Victorian era and a key contributor to the great naturalist publications of his day—presents the caribou with careful anatomy, subtle textures, and a lifelike presence that invites close study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable exclusively from The Unique Maps Co., this is a museum-quality fine art print produced on your choice of acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a full range of sizes to suit your space, with optional conservation framing and custom matting. Personalization is welcomed—add a dedication, a date, or a brief caption to make this print uniquely yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudubon (1812–1862), son of the famed naturalist-painter John James Audubon, was a distinguished wildlife artist in his own right. He worked during a period of extraordinary curiosity about the natural world, helping document North American fauna for a growing public hungry for knowledge. His refined draftsmanship and sure sense of pose reveal not only the animal’s form but the spirit of the age—one that placed great value on firsthand observation and accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis composition is especially notable for its comparative view: two male caribou shown in “summer pelage” and “winter pelage.” The image serves as a visual field guide, helping the viewer understand how the species adapts to the shifting seasons of the North American landscape. Historically labeled as Tarandus furcifer (commonly called caribou or American reindeer), the subject is a cornerstone of northern ecosystems and cultural life, and the artwork’s descriptive clarity makes it a quietly authoritative reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and surface are rendered with a naturalist’s restraint and an artist’s sensitivity. Warm orange and ochre tones breathe through the ground and sky, setting off the crisp whites of the winter coat and the rich browns of the summer hide. Fine, smooth brushwork builds the dense fur and strong legs, while sharper lines articulate the antlers and hooves. The effect is both elegant and educational: a balanced, earthy palette that harmonizes beautifully with modern, rustic, or Scandinavian interiors and invites repeat viewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis distinguished Victorian zoological illustration makes a thoughtful gift for wildlife enthusiasts, natural history collectors, and anyone with ties to northern landscapes—perfect for Christmas, Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, or as a memorable housewarming present. It’s also a meaningful memento for someone returning from travels in Canada, Alaska, or other subarctic 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=\"\/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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