Reproduction of the painting Study of a male mallard duck in a forest pond for the book Camouflage in the Animal Kingdom - Abbott Handerson Thayer
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Every piece is printed to order. Estimated delivery in Europe: posters 5 business days, canvases 8 business days, and framed pieces 12 business days. Canvases are made in France and Germany; our frames are made in Poland. These estimates include production and transit.
Posters, canvases and framing options are available depending on size and destination.
A tracking link is emailed to you as soon as the order ships.
For orders delivered to an eligible European destination, you can request a return within 30 days of receiving the last item in your order, except for personalised products. Artem Legrand provides a prepaid return label and, where the format requires it, arranges collection at its expense. Contact us before sending the item. Made-to-order production alone does not make an item personalised. Your statutory rights remain unaffected.
Have a question about your order? Our team is available Monday to Saturday from 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM. Write to us at Contact form .
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The finesse of a naturalist study: Male mallard duck study in a woodland pond
This artwork captures with keen observation the discreet grace of a male mallard duck in the heart of a wooded pond. The palette blends deep greens, earthy browns, and silvery water reflections, while the line emphasizes sensitive realism and attention to feather detail. The atmosphere is intimate and silent: the shimmering water surface and surrounding vegetation envelop the bird in a protective halo. The artist favors diffuse light and subtle textures to convey both the beauty and the adaptive function of camouflage.
by Abbott Handerson Thayer, master of naturalist observation
Abbott Handerson Thayer (1849–1921) is renowned for his unique blend of pictorial practice and scientific study of nature. Active between the 19th and 20th centuries, he explored the relationships between form, color, and survival, theorizing the concept of "concealing coloration" in his major work on camouflage. Influenced by American academicism and a deep naturalist curiosity, Thayer produced drawings and paintings where anatomical accuracy serves an aesthetic and utilitarian reflection. His research influenced not only the arts but also visual biology and practical applications of camouflage.
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This art print of a male mallard duck study in a woodland pond makes a refined and easy-to-integrate decorative piece: living rooms, offices, bedrooms, or waiting areas benefit from its pictorial calm. The art print of a male mallard duck study in a woodland pond adds a scientific and poetic touch, ideal for those seeking elegant and thoughtful decoration. Printed on high-quality canvas faithful to the original tones, this canvas of a male mallard duck study in a woodland pond reproduces textures and nuances for lasting wall presence. An acquisition that combines artistic heritage and print quality to enhance your interior.
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Every piece is printed to order. Estimated delivery in Europe: posters 5 business days, canvases 8 business days, and framed pieces 12 business days. Canvases are made in France and Germany; our frames are made in Poland. These estimates include production and transit.
Posters, canvases and framing options are available depending on size and destination.
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Our frames measure 1.7 cm on each side. For a 40x60 cm painting, the total framed size is therefore 43.4 x 63.4 cm.
Canvas 100% polyester (285 g/m²), UV-resistant and solvent-free inks, safe for children and allergy sufferers. The canvases are mounted on a 2 cm thick wooden frame (4 cm for very large formats).
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