Puffin Fine Art Print

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A high quality fine art print on Hahnemühle German Etching art paper of a pair of Puffins on the sea shore, painted by wildlife painter Charles Collins (c.1680-1744) in June 1742.

Superb Fine Art Print on Museum-Quality Paper

All fine art prints for delivery to US addresses are Made in the USA and shipped within the US!

We've meticulously replicated the original Puffins watercolour painting on 310gsm Hahnemühle German Etching art paper [HGE] or Enhanced Matte Art Paper [EMA] for the 6in x 8in print. These top-quality fine art papers are museum-quality with the HGE paper being acid and lignin-free, ensuring the best possible longevity and colour reproduction, whilst the EMA paper is a heavy-duty fine art paper. The Puffins's vibrant colours and intricate details come to life in this high-quality fine art print.

* Please note that the images of the Puffin Fine Art Print on our website are for illustrative purposes only. The actual print uses high-resolution images to ensure a crisp, clear, and visually stunning final print.

The Taylor White Collection's 18th Century Watercolour Painting of The Puffins

Our Puffins fine art print comes from the original collection of Taylor White F.R.S. (1701-1772). In the mid-18th Century, White commissioned the celebrated wildlife painter, Charles Collins (c.1680 - 1744) to paint a number of specimens for his collection. The watercolour painting of the Puffins was one of these masterpieces, which emerged from the collaboration between White and Collins.

The original watercolour of the Puffins is extremely finely painted, with incredible detail, allowing you to see the Puffins's plumage and features in stunning clarity. This depth of colour and detail has been captured brilliantly through the digitalisation process and is replicated for you on this delightful fine art print, which is now available for your home or office décor, or to buy as a thoughtful gift for your friends and family.

Taylor White, a barrister by profession and landowner on the Nottinghamshire / Yorkshire border, was a keen naturalist and collector. He commissioned over 900 paintings of birds, mammals, reptiles and fish from the finest painters of his day. He was a governor and the founding Treasurer of The Foundling Hospital in London, as well as being a Fellow of The Royal Society. He was extremely well-connected in Society, which enabled him to create such a world-class collections of specimen and thus paintings. White's father in-law was Major-General John Armstrong, who as Surveyor-General of the Ordnance, Chief Royal Engineer and Quartermaster-General to the Forces, has his offices in The Tower of London. Consequently, Taylor White had access to the birds and beasts of The Royal Menagerie at the Tower. He also was able to borrow specimen from The British Museum. Some rarer and more exotic specimens were brought back from their great travels across the globe by his Royal Society friends, the naturalist Sir Joseph Banks, Bt. and the famous clockmaker, John Harrison.

The Atlantic Puffin

The Atlantic Puffin (Scientific name: Fratercula arctica) is one of three captivating Puffin species that call the North Atlantic their home. These charming seabirds know how to pick their real estate, favouring cliffs and islands for their large, bustling colonies. Always up for some action, Puffins expertly plunge into the sea to catch a bite, turning the waters into their personal dining room.

But what really sets the Puffin apart is its fashion-forward wardrobe. With black and white plumage that contrasts beautifully against their vivid beaks, these birds are dressed to impress during the breeding season. And speaking of their beaks, these colourful accessories are more than just eye-catching - they're also practical! Once the breeding season ends, Puffins shed the bright portions, streamlining their look for the off-season.

The Puffin's scientific name, Fratercula, translates to "little brother" in Latin, nodding to their monochrome feathers that resemble the garments of a monk. So, next time you're exploring the stunning North Atlantic coastline, keep an eye out for these charismatic seabirds - the one and only Puffin!

Production & Delivery

UK Orders

All UK Puffin Fine Art Print orders are produced in the UK. From the point of order, the production of your Puffin Fine Art Print will take 2-3 working days. It will then be despatched to you via a postal/courier service in a round poster tube for safety. The 20cm x 25cm version of the Puffin Fine Art Print will be packaged in a board-backed envelope. The order will arrive approximately 24-48 hours later.

USA Orders

All US Puffin Fine Art Print orders are produced in and shipped within the USA. From the point of order, the production of your Puffin Fine Art Print will take 2-3 working days. It will then be despatched to you via a postal/courier service in a round poster tube for safety. The 20cm x 25cm version of the Puffin Fine Art Print will be packaged in a board-backed envelope. The order will arrive approximately 2-5 days later.
Credit: Taylor White Collection, Rare Books & Special Collections, McGill University Library.