Carl Brenders: Sovereign Gold Print | 678/950 | Excellent Never Framed
Carl Brenders: Sovereign Gold | 678/950 Print | Excellent Never Framed
Available via Private Consignment: March 2026
Description
"Sovereign Gold" is a definitive example of Carl Brenders’ unrivaled ability to capture the raw, anatomical precision of the natural world. In this striking horizontal composition, Brenders renders the majestic Golden Eagle with a level of detail that borders on the scientific, yet retains a profound artistic soul. Every barb of the plumage and the piercing, amber intensity of the raptor's gaze is captured with a lifelike clarity that has made Brenders a titan of the wildlife art genre.
Originally published by Mill Pond Press in 1999, this limited edition lithograph has been kept in its original publisher-provided protective sleeve. While the primary image area remains vibrant and untouched, the paper shows minor signs of its history as a long-held archival piece, making it an accessible entry point for a collector seeking a masterwork by Brenders.
Technical Details
Artist: Carl Brenders
Title: Sovereign Gold
Medium: Limited Edition Lithograph on Fine Art Paper
Year Published: 1999
Publisher: Mill Pond Press
Edition Number: 678/950
Condition: Excellent, Never Framed - various handling creases (half moons) toward bottom half and very light spotting on outer white border, but outside frame area.
Image Size: 21"h x 31.5"w
Paper Size: 25-3/4"h x 37"w
Signature: Hand-signed and numbered by the artist
Provenance and Authentication
We provide a 100% Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity for this work. This print was acquired from a retired North Carolina frame shop in February/March 2026 is new and has never been framed. It is accompanied by the original Certificate of Authenticity (COA) issued by Mill Pond Press.
Artist Bio
Belgian painter Carl Brenders is internationally recognized as one of the most accomplished wildlife artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. His philosophy is rooted in a deep respect for nature; he famously paints with a "super-realist" technique that captures the very essence of his subjects—from the texture of fur and feathers to the specific dampness of a forest floor. Brenders’ work has been exhibited at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum’s "Birds in Art" show and is held in prestigious private and public collections worldwide. His dedication to realism ensures that his works remain highly coveted by serious natural history collectors and conservationists alike.
Inquiry & Shipping
Shipping: Ships flat in original protective housing; reinforced for museum-grade transit.
Inquiries: Please contact SecondMoonshot for high-resolution images of the art, edition numbering, and documentation.
Framing: Available upon request.
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