Chestnut-Collared Longspur Etching — Hand-Colored, Signed, Framed

Chestnut-Collared Longspur (Calcarius ornatus) — Hand-Colored Etching, Signed

This detailed hand-colored etching portrays the Chestnut-collared Longspur, a vibrant songbird of the American prairie, perched alertly on a barbed wire fence. Fine crosshatched lines and rich washes of warm ochres and chestnuts evoke the bird’s natural environment, while a soft blue sky provides gentle contrast. Titled and signed in pencil along the lower margin, this piece reflects a careful blend of artistic precision and naturalist observation.

The artwork is attractively matted and framed under plexiglass, ready for display. A beautiful choice for collectors of wildlife art or ornithological illustration.

Artist: Signed lower right (signature stylized, unidentified)
Medium: Hand-colored etching on paper
Framed: Yes, matted under plexiglass
Condition: See below for full details

Condition

In good condition overall. The etching itself is clean and well-preserved with strong color and no visible tears or discoloration. The plexiglass shows some surface scratches and minor chipping, which does not impact the artwork's visibility. The matting appears stable and professionally done.

Dimensions

• Overall (Framed): 15 x 11 inches

• Visible Image Area: 11 x 8 inches