Three Canaries — Vintage German Bird Study

Three canaries occupy this delicately colored historical natural-history plate, each presented as a distinct study against a restrained blue-green background. The upper bird combines olive green, yellow and dark brown plumage, while the two lower specimens demonstrate contrasting domestic forms in patterned yellow and brilliant golden plumage.

Simple branching perches keep attention on the birds' differences in color, feather pattern and posture. Fine printed lines articulate their feathers, claws and facial features, while the softly aged palette and cream paper retain the distinctive character of an early twentieth-century illustrated book plate.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Not confirmed from supplied plate
• Title: Three Canaries
• Original title: Der wilde Kanarienvogel; Der gemeine deutsche Kanarienvogel; Der Harzer Kanarienvogel oder Hohlroller
• Series: Der Kanarienvogel
• Date: 1906
• Period: Early 20th century
• Place of Origin: Germany
• Medium: Color natural-history book 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.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
• Production: Each framed print is produced to order through a trusted international network of professional print studios.
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
• Made to order: There is no minimum order quantity. Each piece is printed and assembled on demand, reducing unnecessary stock and waste.

Exact frame dimensions, component availability, and production specifications may vary slightly depending on the selected size and destination.