Cock illustrated by Charles Dessalines D'Orbigny (1806-1876)

Rooster (Cock) — Charles Dessalines D’Orbigny (19th century)

Crest high, colours crisp. D’Orbigny’s handsome barnyard rooster stands in classic profile—comb and wattles vivid, tail feathers arcing with graphic flourish. A refined natural-history study that brings rural character and clean design into focus.

Why it captivates

• Iconic silhouette — elegant stance, proud crest, and sweeping tail.

• Natural-history charm — precise draughtsmanship with tasteful colour accents.

• Kitchen-friendly classic — warm, welcoming imagery for dining rooms and country-styled spaces.

• Timeless palette — creams, blacks, and reds that suit traditional or modern interiors.

• Conversation piece — a neat blend of taxonomy and decorative poise.

What you’ll see

A side-profile rooster with detailed comb, wattle, and plumage, set on a simple ground with tidy titling. The uncluttered field keeps attention on shape, posture, and feather pattern—orderly, elegant, and quietly bold.

A richer historical frame

Working in the 19th century, Charles Dessalines D’Orbigny (1806–1876) helped popularise natural-history plates that balanced scientific clarity with decorative grace. Domestic species like this rooster bridged the cabinet of curiosity and the family home—useful, beautiful, and enduring.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine gradation.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

841 × 534 mm (approx. 33.11 × 21.02 in)

• Orientation: Landscape

• Aspect ratio: ~1.575 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — landscape

• Framing tips:

  • Use an A1 frame with a custom mat window cut to ~837 × 530 mm (2–3 mm overlap).

  • Contemporary: float-mount in an A1 frame to reveal the sheet edge and create a clean shadow gap.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Country-style kitchens & dining rooms

• Natural-history lovers & collectors

• Designers & stylists seeking bold, graphic silhouettes

• Gift-givers celebrating new homes and gatherings

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and clarity of your piece.

Let classic barnyard elegance crow in your space—order your Rooster print today.