{"product_id":"9781789148381","title":"Audubon as Artist","description":"Author: Roberta J M Olson\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781789148381\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Reaktion Books\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 01 Jun 2024\u003cbr\u003ePages: 384\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eJohn James Audubon (1785-1851), artist, naturalist and creator of the celebrated \u003ci\u003eThe Birds of America\u003c\/i\u003e, is widely regarded as America\u0026amp;#x27;s first exceptional watercolourist. This book offers a unique exploration of Audubon\u0026amp;#x27;s artistic journey, intertwined with the drama of his life, unveiling how he studied both past and contemporary artists to forge entirely innovative, exemplary works of fine art. Roberta J. M. Olson delves into the controversies surrounding this legendary figure, who, for the first time in history, accurately represented all avian species life-size. Beautifully illustrated, \u003ci\u003eAudubon as Artist \u003c\/i\u003echronicles how Audubon infused ornithological illustration with a sense of exhilaration, breathing new life into once-conventional formulas and transforming them into awe-inspiring masterpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46857100853406,"sku":"ADS-9781789148381","price":69.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781789148381.jpg?v=1779154300","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781789148381","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}