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Cardinal on the Mississippi by Nathan Larson. SKU 98335i. Archival Giclee Fine art print for wall decor.

Cardinal on the Mississippi by Nathan Larson

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This captivating artwork presents a cardinal perched on a branch, rendered in a vibrant red and black color palette that creates a striking visual impact. The piece is categorized as Animals & Wildlife, specifically falling under Birds, and embodies a Contemporary aesthetic that makes it perfect for modern, minimalist interiors seeking a bold natural element.

Living roomModernBoldWarm

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Made to order

Each print is produced fresh -- not pulled from old inventory.

Ships rolled in a tube

Your print arrives unframed and unstretched, rolled in a protective tube.

Sarasota studio

Produced in-house in our Sarasota, FL studio by real craftspeople.

Large format ready

54" wide rolls with virtually unlimited length. A 3:2 portrait at full width prints at 54 x 81.

Why buy from Decorus Art

Crafted in Sarasota, shipped rolled-print with care

Every print ships as a rolled print, produced in-house at our studio in Sarasota, Florida — the heart of one of America's most vibrant art communities. No mystery third parties, no warehouse inventory. Just real craft, real materials, and real people behind every order.

Printed in Sarasota, FL

Your art is produced in our studio in the heart of one of America's most vibrant art communities -- not passed off to a mystery third party.

Made to order

Each print is produced fresh to your chosen size and material instead of pulled from old warehouse inventory.

Ships rolled in a tube

Every print ships unframed and unstretched, rolled in a protective tube. You choose how to finish it -- frame it, stretch it, or install it your way.

Large format ready

54" wide rolls with virtually unlimited length. A 3:2 portrait at full width prints at 54 x 81 -- designer-scale wall art with no compromises.

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Cardinal on the Mississippi
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This captivating artwork presents a cardinal perched on a branch, rendered in a vibrant red and black color palette that creates a striking visual impact. The piece is categorized as Animals & Wildlife, specifically falling under Birds, and embodies a Contemporary aesthetic that makes it perfect for modern, minimalist interiors seeking a bold natural element.

Art Historian's Take
Nathan Larson — "Cardinal on the Mississippi". This striking image exemplifies a contemporary approach to naturalistic photography that prioritizes clarity and emotional resonance over overt narrative. Larson's composition, with its stark white background and minimalist framing, aligns with a modernist tradition of isolating the subject to emphasize its inherent form and color. The work departs from historical wildlife photography by eschewing environmental context in favor of a pure, graphic representation, focusing the viewer's attention entirely on the cardinal's powerful silhouette. The visual structure is defined by a strong diagonal line created by the branch, which guides the eye to the central subject while the expansive negative space enhances the bird's dominance. Larson employs a high-contrast palette, where the intense, saturated red of the cardinal's feathers creates a dramatic visual counterpoint to the deep black of its mask and the neutral tones of the branch. This technique not only captures the bird's vivid appearance but also imbues the scene with a sense of quiet intensity and confidence. The image is rooted in the tradition of fine art nature photography, which emerged in the late 20th century as a means of elevating the natural world to the status of high art. By removing all extraneous elements, Larson transforms a common sight into a powerful symbol of resilience and beauty, creating a work that is both aesthetically compelling and conceptually resonant.
Category
Animals And Wildlife • Birds
Subject
Cardinal
Best Rooms
Living room • Office • Entryway • Dining room
Visual Style
Modern • Contemporary • Minimalist • Urban contemporary • Contemporary
Mood
Bold• Energetic• Confident
Themes
Natural beauty • Simplicity • Vibrancy • Confidence
Palette
Red•Black• Vibrant and bold with a striking contrast
Temperature
Warm • High contrast
Energy
High
Works With
Warm white • Greige • Light beige • Soft gray
Pairs With
Neutral or white walls • Light wood or metal frames • Minimalist furniture • Simple • Clean lines
Ideal As
Bold statement piece • Focal point in a gallery wall • Minimalist standalone print
Emotional Use
Creates a bold focal point • Adds a touch of natural drama • Serves as a statement piece in a neutral space
Visual & Display
Composition
Centered Minimal
Recommended Size
Heavy visual weight• Best at 16x20" - 48x72"
Viewing
Close to mid-range • High at close range detail
Buyer Profile
Primary
Interior designers • Home stagers • Residential homeowners
Secondary
Minimalist homeowners • New construction buyers • Renters seeking temporary decor
Trend Analysis
Trend
Contemporary naturalism • Stable • Mature
Longevity
Low risk • ~10 year outlook
Manufacturer
Produced by
Decorus Art • Sarasota, FL
Part No.
98335i
SID
SID33214 • View collection →
Artist
Nathan Larson

Our materials

Design guidance at a glance

Every material we offer ships as a rolled print. Understanding the difference helps match the right print to the right project.

Premium Poster Paper

Gloss finish with vivid color reproduction. An efficient choice for hospitality projects, large art packages, and everyday design installs.

Weight216 g/m² (8.1 mil)
FinishGloss
Opacity98%
Brightness92% ISO / 90 TAPPI
Whiteness115 CIE
Ink systemUV-cured pigment
CertificationFSC-certified
Ships rolled in a tube · Unframed & unstretched
Giclée Fine Art

Museum-grade 61# matte, neutral white paper with rich archival inks producing exceptional tonal range and detail.

Weight230 g/m² (61#)
Thickness9.5 mil
FinishMatte, neutral white
Opacity>98%
Brightness95 ISO
Ink systemAqueous giclée pigment
Ships rolled in a tube · Unframed & unstretched
Decor Canvas

Poly-cotton blend with a high white point for enhanced color gamut. Ships rolled for finishing flexibility—gallery wrap, float frame, or traditional stretch.

Composition65% polyester, 35% cotton
Weight360 g/m² (11 oz)
Thickness19 mil
FinishSatin
Bleed3″ mirrored + trim box
Ships rolled in a tube · Unframed & unstretched
All prints include a trim box and required copyright information printed as a small line at the bottom of the image.

Design pairings

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Customer reviews

What our customers are saying

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Wildflower Field
Deborah Butler
Love the artwork

The colors are great for our room. We needed something with the dark teal color. Love the artwork. The artwork however was almost ruined. The delivery person put it out on front stoop in the pouring rain. I would suggest that Decorus put the tube into sealed plastic before inserting into the shipping box.

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Atlantic Shuffle
Jeanette Vertentes
Atlantic Shuffle

awesome quality and color representation

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Silly Giraffe I
Bob Gahl
My wife loves giraffes

How could I not add to her collection with this hilarious picture of a giraffe? She loves it.

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Cape Cod Bicycle
Kimberly D Wold
Darling

I really love this print and plan to give it as a gift for Mother's Day ❤️💐

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O Happy Day
Kimberly D Wold
Fun

I wish I had ordered a larger print of this one. I think it will still be cute in my master bathroom. I really love the whimsy.

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Blue Vase
Kimberly D Wold
Lovely

This print was so pretty, I am excited to find a perfect frame for it!

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Accent Chair
Julie Young
Furniture Covers

We love the Decorus furniture covers! They save time to make our logistics team more efficient and protect our inventory to help it last longer. BY Design Home Staging

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How will my print arrive?

Your print arrives unframed and unstretched, rolled in a protective tube. No frame, no stretcher bars, no mounting -- just the printed material. You choose how to finish it.

Does this come framed or stretched?

No. Every print ships unframed and unstretched, rolled in a tube. This is the print only -- you take it to a local frame shop, stretch it yourself, or have your designer install it however you like.

Does your canvas prints come with a bleed for stretching?

Yes, by default all Canvas Prints come standard with a 3" mirrored bleed.

Do you produce this yourselves?

Yes. Every print is produced in-house at our studio in Sarasota, Florida.

What is the difference between materials?

Poster is smooth and cost-efficient, fine art is the most elevated paper choice with rich detail, and canvas adds textural softness and painterly depth. All three ship unframed and unstretched.

Do you do custom sizes?

Yes, we do custom sizes. Please send your part number and the custom size and substrate you are looking to have printed and we can quote you the price or build you a draft order. Please send inquiries to info@decorus.art

Do you modify or crop images?

Do you need us to alter an image ratio, artist signature, change color, or other image manipulation? There is a flat $25 design fee. If the image ratio is staying the same and you just need a size not listed, please email us at info@decorus.art or tell us in chat and we can add that option to our website. There is no charge for the same ratio in a size not listed.

What is your return policy?

All sales are final due to the nature of print on demand. However, we do accept returns in cases of manufacturing defects or delivery of the wrong item. Please contact us immediately if you receive a defective or incorrect item.

What other sizes are available for a print?

To see other sizes we are capable of printing while matching the original ratio, please use our Image Aspect Calculator and plug in the original size to show other options which may not be listed.