Audubon Snowy Owl – Bird Art Print
Two white snowy owls perch along a bare branch, their speckled plumage and wide amber eyes rendered in fine hand-drawn detail from …
Two white snowy owls perch along a bare branch, their speckled plumage and wide amber eyes rendered in fine hand-drawn detail from John James Audubon's Snowy Owl plate. Soft grey shading and crisp linework carry the quiet weight of a winter dusk, capturing the raptors mid-turn as one gazes outward and the other watches below with poised, silent attention.
Made for birdwatchers, naturalists and lovers of classic ornithology illustration, this restored plate suits a calm living room reading nook or a book-lined study. Pair it with other plates from our Audubon Bird Prints & Vintage Bird Art collection for a considered gallery grouping. It also settles well in a bedroom or entryway.
Questions about this print
Is my Audubon print worth anything?
Value depends on whether you hold an original 19th-century engraving or a reproduction. Genuine antique Audubon plates can fetch thousands at auction, while modern giclée reproductions like this one are affordable decorative art. Authentic originals are verified by paper, watermarks and provenance rather than image alone.
What are the most valuable Audubon prints?
The most valuable Audubon prints are the large double-elephant folio plates from The Birds of America, especially dramatic species like the Wild Turkey, Flamingo and Snowy Owl. Complete original folios have sold for millions, and single hand-coloured plates in strong condition remain highly sought by collectors worldwide.
What does a snowy owl symbolize?
A snowy owl symbolizes wisdom, patience and quiet strength across many cultures. Its pale plumage links it to the Arctic, purity and endurance through harsh conditions. In folklore the owl often signals intuition and hidden knowledge, making this pair a thoughtful emblem of calm insight.
How rare is it to see a snowy owl?
Seeing a snowy owl is fairly uncommon in most regions since they breed in the remote Arctic tundra. During winter irruption years they travel south and appear along coasts, fields and airports, giving birdwatchers rare chances to spot these bold white raptors in the wild.
Production
Every print is made to order and individually quality-checked before it ships. Production takes 1–3 business days.
Delivery times
Free shipping
Free on every US order. Canada — free over CA$99 (CA$14.99 below). International — free over CA$199 (CA$29.99 below). Every order ships with full tracking.
Packaging
Each print is rolled and shipped inside a thick, crush-resistant tube — no bends, no creases, gallery-ready on arrival.
Returns
Every print is made to order in the size you select, so prints can’t be returned or exchanged for a different size or a change of mind. Arrived damaged or defective? Send us a photo within 7 days of delivery and we reprint it free.
All prints are unframed archival paper with a clean white border, so you’re free to trim or frame them however you like. Ten sizes, from desk-friendly to oversized statement pieces:
Choosing a size
11×14″ and 16×20″ suit desks, shelves and gallery walls. 18×24″ is our best-selling statement size for bedrooms and studios. 24×36″ and larger make a bold focal point above sofas, beds and dining areas.
Gallery walls
Mix 11×14″ and 16×20″ prints with 2–3″ spacing between frames for a curated, designer look. Need a custom size up to 36×70″? Contact us for a quote.
Printing
Each poster is produced with professional giclée printing on heavyweight 230gsm archival matte paper — a smooth, glare-free, gallery-grade stock with a bright white base for true-to-life colour. Paired with archival, fade-resistant pigment inks, every print holds its contrast, depth and fine detail for decades — no fading, no yellowing.
Why it matters
Heavyweight 230gsm archival matte eliminates glare and delivers museum-level colour depth that standard poster paper simply can’t match — the same fine-art materials trusted by galleries.
Framing
Prints ship unframed with a clean border, ready for the frame of your choice. Black, white or natural wood all work beautifully; pair with UV-protective glass for maximum longevity. See our framing guide for recommendations.
Care
Display away from direct sunlight to preserve vibrancy, and dust gently with a soft, dry microfiber cloth.
Everything you need to know about ordering premium wall art from Haus of Prints — paper and print quality, sizing, framing, shipping, returns, and digital downloads. Browse our most-loved collections like KAWS, Hypebeast, Sneaker, Car, and Music posters, or read on for answers. Still stuck? Email hausofprints@protonmail.com and we’ll reply within 24 hours.
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Question: What paper and print quality do you use?
Answer: Every poster is printed on premium 230 GSM archival matte paper using professional giclée (pigment-ink) printing — the same heavyweight, museum-grade stock used by fine-art galleries. Expect rich, accurate colour, deep blacks, and a smooth non-glare matte finish built to last for decades. See how it compares in posters vs canvas vs metal.
Question: Will my poster fade over time?
Answer: No. We print with pigment-based archival inks on acid-free 230 GSM matte stock, rated to resist fading for decades when kept out of direct sunlight. Framing behind glass or UV-protective acrylic adds extra protection — see our framing guide.
Question: How do giclée posters compare to canvas or metal prints?
Answer: Giclée on archival matte paper gives the sharpest detail and truest colour, frames beautifully, and is the most versatile, affordable way to build a gallery wall. We break down the trade-offs in posters vs canvas vs metal.
Sizing & Framing
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Answer: We offer ten sizes, from 5×7 up to 32×40 inches (availability varies by design). Sizes vary by design and format. Each product page lists the dimensions available for that specific poster or set. Not sure which to choose? See our Poster Size Guide and the blog standard poster sizes.
Question: What size should I get for my wall?
Answer: A simple rule: your art should fill about two-thirds of the wall or the furniture beneath it. 18×24 is our best-selling statement size; 24×36 and larger suit spaces above sofas and beds. Full room-by-room breakdown in the Size Guide.
Question: Do posters arrive framed, and how do I frame them?
Answer: Classic prints ship unframed and rolled so you can pick a frame you love — our standard sizes drop straight into off-the-shelf frames. Prefer it ready to hang? Our framed posters arrive assembled by hand in Black Oak or Natural Oak frames with acrylic glazing. Step-by-step help is in How to Frame Your Poster and the blog how to frame a poster.
Shipping & Packaging
Question: How long does shipping take?
Answer: Every order is printed fresh for you. Production takes 1–3 business days, then delivery is roughly: Canada 3–5, United States 2–5, and international 5–15 business days. Details in our Shipping Policy.
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Question: Do you ship internationally?
Answer: Yes — we ship worldwide, all DDP, so the price you see at checkout is the price you pay.
Question: How are posters packaged?
Answer: Each print is quality-inspected, then carefully rolled and shipped in a crush-resistant tube to prevent creases and dents. Packaging is eco-friendly and discreet.
Returns & Orders
Question: What if my poster arrives damaged?
Answer: Email hausofprints@protonmail.com within 7 days of delivery with your order number and photos of the print and the packaging, and we’ll send a free replacement. See Returns & Refunds.
Question: Can I return my order if I change my mind?
Answer: No. Every print is made to order in the size selected at checkout, so orders cannot be returned, exchanged or refunded for a size change or change of mind. Please check the size guide on the product page before ordering. Damaged or defective prints reported within 7 days of delivery are replaced free. Full policy: Returns & Refunds.
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Digital Downloads
Question: Do you offer digital downloads?
Answer: Yes — selected designs are also available as a digital download, a separate lower-cost option for printing at home or at a local print shop. Just choose the Digital Download option on the product page. Need help choosing? Read how to choose wall art for your space.
Question: What do I get with a digital download?
Answer: A high-resolution, print-ready file sized for crisp printing at common poster dimensions. Digital orders are delivered as files only (no physical print is shipped) and, because they download instantly, are final once delivered.
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Two white snowy owls perch along a bare branch, their speckled plumage and wide amber eyes rendered in fine hand-drawn detail from John James Audubon's Snowy Owl plate.
Premium 230GSM archival matte with professional giclée printing — sharp detail, rich fade-resistant tone, and a glare-free finish that keeps every detail crisp in any light.
16x20, 5x7, 8x10, 11x14, A3, 18x24, 20x25, 24x30, 24x36, 32x40. Smaller sizes suit gallery clusters; larger formats carry a wall on their own.
Frames shown in photos are for display only. Your print ships with a clean white border, ready for the frame that matches your space and styling.
Made to order in 1–3 business days, then shipped worldwide in a crush-resistant tube with tracking — flat, crease-free, gallery-ready on arrival.
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Every print is made to order in the size you select, so size changes and change of mind are not covered.
Arrived damaged or defective? Send a photo within 7 days of delivery and we reprint it free.
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