Large Billed Puffin

John James Audubon (1785–1851) was an American ornithologist, naturalist, and artist renowned for his breathtaking illustrations of North American birds. Born in Les Cayes, Saint-Domingue (now Haiti), to a French sea captain, Jean Audubon, and his mistress, Jeanne Rabin, he was raised in Nantes, France, before emigrating to the United States at age 18 to avoid conscription. Self-taught in art and science, Audubon roamed the American wilderness, sketching birds in their natural habitats with unmatched detail and vitality. His masterpiece, The Birds of America, published between 1827 and 1838, featured 435 life-sized, hand-coloured engravings that cemented his legacy. Despite early business failures and financial hardship, his passion for nature drove him to become a pioneer in wildlife illustration and conservation.

Frames are optional when you order your art print.

Our standard framing option is a premium moulded boxed frame, handcrafted locally in New Zealand. It features 20mm mouldings and a depth of 30mm, and is available in Natural Oak, Black, or White. Each framed print is backed with MDF and includes hanging fittings. We carefully wrap each framed print in bubble wrap and place it in a protective cardboard box for safe delivery.

Please note that A0 framed prints must be collected from our suppliers in Ponsonby or Takapuna, Auckland. We do not ship framed glass prints either within New Zealand or internationally. For more information, please refer to our FAQs.

We partner with NZ Post and Post Haste for our courier services. We are happy to offer FREE, locally tracked, and insured shipping for deliveries across New Zealand.

For additional details on our shipping and delivery rates, processing times, and delivery time frames, please see our FAQs.

Please note that we do not ship framed prints internationally.

We are happy to offer a straightforward 30-day return and refund policy for our art products, including any damaged items. For detailed information about our Returns and Refunds policy, please visit the FAQs section here.

Please note that we do not provide refunds or accept returns for digital art products.

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