Beautiful hand-colored lithographic print by Maynard Reece, America’s most celebrated wildlife artist. This exceptional piece titled “Autumn Landing Mallards” is an Artist Proof — a designation that makes it rarer and more sought after than standard numbered editions. Professionally matted and framed, signed by the artist.
About Maynard Reece:
Maynard Reece (1920-2020) is widely considered America’s foremost wildlife painter and a founding father of modern wildlife art. His work is collected by museums, wildlife organizations, hunters, and serious art collectors worldwide. Reece’s paintings and prints have been featured in major exhibitions and are recognized for their exceptional detail, composition, and authentic depiction of waterfowl and nature scenes. His work is particularly prized by conservationists and waterfowl enthusiasts.
About This Print:
“Autumn Landing Mallards” captures a dramatic moment as mallards descend toward a marshy water landscape. The composition is classic Reece — masterful rendering of the birds in flight, atmospheric detail in the water and reeds, and that signature soft, naturalistic color palette. The hand-coloring adds warmth and depth that reproduction prints cannot match.
Details:
• Artist: Maynard Reece
• Title: “Autumn Landing Mallards”
• Medium: Hand-Colored Lithographic Print
• Edition Type: Artist Proof (more desirable than numbered editions)
• Signature: Hand-signed by Maynard Reece
• Framing: Professional wood frame with museum-quality matting
• Condition: Excellent — print is vibrant and clear with good color saturation. Frame shows patina consistent with age but is structurally sound. Ready to display.
Perfect For:
• Serious wildlife art collectors
• Hunters and conservationists
• Museum-quality home or office displays
• Those who appreciate American wildlife art heritage
• Maynard Reece enthusiasts and admirers
• Waterfowl and nature lovers
Collector’s Note:
Artist proofs are among the most collectible Maynard Reece prints — they represent early proofs before the standard numbered editions and often have subtle variations that make them unique. Original Reece wildlife prints, particularly artist proofs of classic subjects like mallards, have steady collector demand and appreciation potential.