{"product_id":"wilson-s-meadow-mouse-arvicola-pennsylvanicus-by-john-woodhouse-audubon-1845","title":"Wilson’s Meadow Mouse (Arvicola pennsylvanicus) by John Woodhouse Audubon, 1845","description":"\u003cp\u003eArvicola Pennsylvanicus, Wilson’s Meadow Mouse. Natural size. by John Woodhouse Audubon (1845) captures the 19th‑century union of art and science with quiet grace. Created by the American wildlife artist John Woodhouse Audubon (born 1812), this Victorian zoological illustration presents the meadow mouse at life scale, set against a tranquil landscape. The plate’s natural history style—calm, precise, and exacting—reflects a moment when artists and scientists worked shoulder‑to‑shoulder to document North American fauna with clarity and beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered as a museum‑quality fine art print, your edition is produced on acid‑free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas using richly pigmented inks for enduring color. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, with optional conservation‑grade framing and matting. The Unique Maps Co. can tailor margins, add a printed title plate in the lower margin, or include a short dedication—personalized details that make your print uniquely yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: John Woodhouse Audubon was a distinguished 19th‑century American naturalist‑artist celebrated for his lifelike renderings of mammals and birds. His work is noted for its disciplined draftsmanship and sensitive observation of fur, anatomy, and habitat—qualities that bring even modest creatures into sharp, sympathetic focus. In this plate he maintains a measured realism that feels both scholarly and poetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the subject: The illustration is explicitly labeled “Arvicola Pennsylvanicus, Wilson’s Meadow Mouse. Natural size.”, identifying the animal and underscoring the scientific intent of the image. Presented at true scale, the mouse exemplifies the careful measurement and field observation prized in natural history studies of the mid‑1800s. By highlighting a small member of the Arvicolinae, the work contributes to the broader 19th‑century effort to record biodiversity with precision and respect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtistic qualities: A serene, airy white ground and a gentle sky wash set the stage for muted greens and sun‑warmed yellow grasses, while the mouse’s soft gray‑brown coat is modeled with delicate, hair‑fine strokes. Subtle texturing in the grasses and the rounded earthen mound give depth without crowding the scene, and the restrained palette keeps the animal the unmistakable focal point. The result is a composition that feels calm and balanced—equally at home in classic, cottage, or contemporary interiors. For collectors, it’s a compelling intersection of natural history and fine art; for decorators, its white, yellow, and green harmonies make it an easy, uplifting accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis timeless print makes a thoughtful gift for naturalists, zoology students, and wildlife lovers, as well as for anyone who admires Victorian illustration. Ideal for Christmas, Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, birthdays, graduations, or a housewarming, it’s a graceful way to bring a touch of 19th‑century discovery into a study, nursery, library, or living room.\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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. 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