Marsh Hen — Rallus elegans

This historical ornithological illustration depicts two marsh hens moving through a dense wetland of reeds and shallow water. One bird advances across the foreground with its long bill extended, while a second rises behind it among arching grasses, creating a layered and animated study of the species within its natural habitat.

Warm chestnut and russet plumage is defined by intricate dark line work, contrasting with cream underparts, barred markings, yellow legs, and muted green vegetation. Fine horizontal hatching suggests the surrounding water, while the original “MARSH HEN, Rallus elegans. Audubon.” caption preserves the character of the archival zoological plate.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Not identified from the supplied plate
• Title: Marsh Hen
• Original title: Marsh Hen, Rallus elegans. Audubon.
• Series: The Birds of New England and Adjacent States
• Date: 1875
• Period: 19th century
• Place of Origin: Boston, United States
• Medium: Color ornithological illustration

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
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• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
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• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
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