Pair of Vintage Audubon Bird Prints (1940s) – Sandhill Crane, Tropic-Bird & Sand

Bring the beauty of Audubon’s iconic bird illustrations into your home with this matching pair of authentic vintage bookplate prints from a mid-1940s edition of The Birds of America by John James Audubon.
These original double-sided prints feature four beautifully illustrated coastal and wetland bird species, making them a wonderful addition to a beach house, nature-inspired gallery wall, study, or bird lover’s collection.
Included Prints:
Print One
• Plate 261 – Sandhill Crane (Grus canadensis)
• Plate 262 – Yellow-Billed Tropic-Bird
Print Two
• Plate 289 – Solitary Sandpiper (Tringa solitaria)
• Plate 290 – Red-Backed Sandpiper (Dunlin)
Product Details
• Authentic vintage bookplate prints from a mid-1940s Audubon volume
• Not modern reproductions or digital reprints
• Approximately 9” x 12” each
• Double-sided prints with illustrations on both front and back
• Sold unframed
Condition
Both prints are in very good vintage condition with vibrant coloration and crisp details. Minor edge wear and gentle signs of age may be present, consistent with their vintage origin and adding to their authentic character.
Display Ideas
Frame together as a coordinated coastal bird collection, use double-sided floating frames to enjoy both sides, or incorporate them into a nature-themed gallery wall. These prints also make a thoughtful gift for bird watchers, naturalists, coastal decorators, or collectors of vintage Audubon artwork.