{"product_id":"orange-colored-mouse-mus-aureolus-by-john-woodhouse-audubon-1845","title":"Orange-colored Mouse (Mus aureolus) by John Woodhouse Audubon, 1845","description":"\u003cp\u003eMus aureolus, Orange colored Mouse. (Male \u0026amp; female. Natural size.) by John Woodhouse Audubon (1845) is a refined example of Victorian zoological illustration at its most focused and instructive. Audubon presents the “orange-colored mouse” in male and female forms at true-to-life scale, isolating each animal against a clean, uncluttered ground so the viewer can compare fur color, proportions, and distinguishing features with scientific clarity. Created in the mid-19th century, the plate embodies the era’s union of art and empirical study—meticulous draughtsmanship elevated by elegant hand coloring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition is offered as a museum-quality fine art print from The Unique Maps Co., produced with archival pigment inks on acid-free cotton rag paper or on artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes to suit libraries, studies, nurseries, and gallery walls; framing is available in classic profiles with conservation-grade mats and glazing. Personalization options include custom captions, dedication lines, and adjusted margins to echo a traditional plate mark—our studio will tailor the presentation to your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Woodhouse Audubon (1812–1862), the son of John James Audubon, was a gifted animal painter whose contributions to mid-19th-century natural history are significant. Working alongside leading naturalists of his day, he helped illustrate North America’s mammals with the same devotion to field observation that made the Audubon name synonymous with accuracy and beauty. His plates balance scientific intent with painterly sensitivity, a bridge between empiricism and the aesthetics of the Victorian print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject here—Mus aureolus, the orange-colored mouse—reflects the period’s enthusiasm for cataloging even the smallest mammals. The inclusion of both male and female at natural size is more than a compositional choice; it is a comparative study that invites close looking, aiding identification and taxonomic discussion. The plain background heightens this didactic purpose, removing distraction so that pelage, whiskers, ear shape, and tail length can be read with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and technique are handled with restraint and confidence. Warm orange and tawny tones define the fur, modulated with delicate stippling and soft, transparent washes; the white field and faint beige ground-shadow lend crisp contrast and a sense of quiet poise. The result is a print that reads beautifully from across the room yet rewards intimate inspection up close: a classic of natural history art that suits interiors ranging from traditional libraries to modern, minimalist spaces. For collectors who appreciate zoological art, the precise rendering of Mus aureolus—paired with a harmonious, orange-forward palette—makes this piece an especially compelling choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful gift for biologists, veterinarians, and lovers of natural history, this Audubon print also suits birthdays, Christmas, Mother’s or Father’s Day, and housewarmings—especially for anyone who delights in the elegance of Victorian science and the quiet charm of small, beautifully observed creatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e a different size, a different colour, a special frame \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e then please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e. I usually respond within a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/map-personalisation\"\u003emore examples of personalisation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also choose to \u003cem\u003eage\u003c\/em\u003e your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sepia-aged-maps\"\u003elots of examples of other aged artwork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this art print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/map-finishes-framed-canvas\"\u003estandard frames\u003c\/a\u003e come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex\/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Unique Maps Co.","offers":[{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58406646645120,"sku":"UM00316758A","price":362.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58406646677888,"sku":"UM00316759A","price":974.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58406646710656,"sku":"UM00316760A","price":1020.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58406646743424,"sku":"UM00316761A","price":362.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58406646776192,"sku":"UM00316762A","price":974.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed 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