Cockatoo Head — Aert Schouman (1725–1792)

Plumage like porcelain, gaze like a spark. In this refined avian study, Aert Schouman captures a cockatoo in close-up—lifted crest, sculpted beak, and immaculate feathers turned into pattern and light. Elegant, modern, and quietly charismatic on the wall.

Why it captivates

• Dutch natural-history finesse — a lifelike portrait distilled to pure essentials.

• Graphic simplicity — crisp profile and luminous feathers that read beautifully at a distance.

• Expressive character — alert eye and raised crest suggest a living moment.

• Versatile palette — soft whites and warm neutrals suit contemporary and classic interiors.

• Conversation piece — art, science, and 18th-century curiosity in one.

What you’ll see

A cockatoo in profile, crest gently raised; fine feather layering modelled with delicate tonal shifts; a clean background that lets the head and beak take centre stage. The drawing balances accuracy and restraint—order, texture, and poise on a single, elegant sheet.

A richer historical frame

One of the Netherlands’ great 18th-century bird painters, Schouman chronicled exotic species for collectors and menageries, blending keen observation with a designer’s eye for silhouette. Works like Cockatoo Head show why his studies still feel fresh: clarity of form, economy of means, and unmistakable personality.

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—great 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 detail.

🪵 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)

670 × 841 mm (approx. 26.38 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~4 : 5

• Nearest standard frame: 70 × 100 cm portrait with a custom mat window cut to ~666 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).

Framing tips:
Classic: warm off-white mat, slim oak or walnut moulding.
Contemporary: float-mount 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

• Design lovers & stylists seeking crisp, elegant wildlife

• Natural-history collectors and bird enthusiasts

• Calm-space curators for bedrooms, studies, and living rooms

• Gift-givers after a refined, timeless piece

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 historical integrity of your piece.

Let airy elegance and avian poise lift your space—order your Cockatoo Head print today.