{"title":"The Ned Smith Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eNed Smith was a Pennsylvania wildlife artist whose career ran from the 1940s through the 1980s, most of it spent illustrating for Pennsylvania Game News, where his naturalist draftsmanship reached a wide audience of hunters and outdoorsmen. His work sits at the intersection of scientific accuracy and genuine feeling for the landscape, closer in spirit to the great American field illustrators than to decorative wildlife art. The period originals from this body of work are uncommon finds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bird-of-the-forests","title":"Birds of the Forests","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis educational poster by celebrated wildlife artist Ned Smith presents 25 species of forest birds native to Pennsylvania in exquisite naturalistic detail. Commissioned by the Pennsylvania Game Commission and published in the mid-1960s, this piece represents the golden era of American wildlife illustration, when scientific accuracy and artistic beauty worked hand in hand to promote conservation awareness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmith's mastery is evident in every feather: from the striking contrast of the Rose-breasted Grosbeak to the cryptic plumage of the Woodcock, each bird is rendered with the precision of a field guide and the warmth of a nature painting. The composition flows naturally from the canopy-dwelling warblers at top to the ground-dwelling Wild Turkey and Ruffed Grouse below, creating both an identification chart and a portrait of forest ecology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA standout piece for collectors of wildlife art, Pennsylvania memorabilia, or vintage educational materials. Ned Smith's work continues to be revered among naturalists and artists alike, making this an increasingly sought-after example of mid-century conservation illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.0\" x 20.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Original top and bottom bars have been removed. Light border wear. Soft rolls from previous storage that will flatten. Faint creases near top center border. Faint partial outer border vertical creases from storage. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45092647895155,"sku":"P8076","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_053a9b14-1c89-46b1-8106-5cf4c9ed4f47.jpg?v=1781634942"},{"product_id":"winter-birds","title":"Winter Birds","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive winter bird identification poster showcases the masterful wildlife illustration of Ned Smith, Pennsylvania's beloved naturalist artist. Featuring 28 species rendered with scientific precision and artistic grace, the composition presents everything from the dramatic Pileated Woodpecker to the delicate Ruby-crowned Kinglet, each bird captured in characteristic pose and habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePublished by the Pennsylvania Game Commission in the mid-1960s, this educational piece represents the golden age of American wildlife illustration, when conservation agencies commissioned serious artists to connect the public with nature. Smith's signature style, combining meticulous accuracy with appealing composition, made him the ideal choice for this ambitious identification guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe soft sage background provides an elegant canvas for the vibrant cardinals, striking blue jays, and subtle sparrows that populate Pennsylvania's winter landscape. A standout piece for collectors of natural history illustration, wildlife art, or Pennsylvania memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.0\" x 19.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ned Smith\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Top and bottom hanging bars have been removed. Soft rolls from storage. Faint partial outer border vertical creases from storage. Light border wear. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45092648255603,"sku":"P8077","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_2fbc15cc-7248-41b0-a7f0-fe15b3c5288e.jpg?v=1781636413"},{"product_id":"birds-of-prey","title":"Birds of Prey","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive identification chart by Ned Smith represents the age of American wildlife conservation education. Commissioned by the Pennsylvania Game Commission, the poster showcases 23 species of birds of prey native to the region, from the majestic Bald Eagle to the diminutive Saw-whet Owl, each rendered with Smith's characteristic naturalistic precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmith's mastery of avian anatomy and plumage is evident throughout, capturing the fierce intensity of the Goshawk, the distinctive heart-shaped face of the Barn Owl, and the powerful build of the Red-tailed Hawk. The composition balances scientific accuracy with artistic appeal, arranging the birds against a soft blue background that evokes open sky while allowing each species' distinctive features to stand clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA standout piece for collectors of vintage natural history materials, this poster bridges the worlds of wildlife art and conservation history. The perfect addition for a cabin! The numbered key identifies both common and archaic names (note the Peregrine Falcon listed as 'Duck Hawk'), offering a window into mid-century ornithological nomenclature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.0\" x 19.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ned Smith\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Original top and bottom hanging bars have been trimmed. Light border wear. Soft rolls from previous storage. Faint partial vertical crease in lower right border. 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Produced by the Pennsylvania Game Commission in the mid-1960s, the piece served both as a practical identification guide and an aesthetic celebration of the avian diversity found in backyards and meadows across the Commonwealth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmith's composition moves the eye naturally from aerial species like swallows and swifts at the top, through mid-level songbirds perched on branches, down to ground-dwelling pheasants and quail below. Each bird is rendered with scientific accuracy while maintaining the vitality that distinguished Smith's work from mere technical illustration. The soft green background evokes a summer field in gentle morning light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine example of mid-century conservation education, this poster represents an era when state wildlife agencies actively fostered public appreciation of native fauna. For collectors of wildlife art, vintage natural history, or Pennsylvania Americana, this piece bridges scientific documentation and artistic expression with understated elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29.5\" x 19.25\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ned Smith\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Original top and bottom hanging bars have been removed. Light border wear. Faint creasing near top center area. Soft rolls from previous storage. Faint partial outer border vertical creases from storage. 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