Persis Clayton Weirs: October Mist - Ruffed Grouse Print | 304/950 | Mint

Persis Clayton Weirs: October Mist - Ruffed Grouse Print | 304/950 | Mint Never Framed
 
Artwork Description
"October Mist - Ruffed Grouse," published in 1996 by the Wild Wings Collection, is a sublime representation of autumn in the northern woods. Persis Clayton Weirs expertly captures the elusive Ruffed Grouse as it moves through a damp, leaf-strewn forest floor. The composition is defined by a heavy, ethereal fog that softens the background, allowing the intricate, mottled plumage of the grouse and the vibrant, wet colors of fallen maple leaves to command the viewer's attention. This piece is a testament to Weirs' ability to translate the quiet, fleeting moments of the natural world into a visual narrative of peace and seasonal transition.
 
Technical Details
Artist: Persis Clayton Weirs
Title: October Mist - Ruffed Grouse
Edition: Limited Edition of 950
Edition Number: 304/950
Year Published: 1996
Publisher: Wild Wings Collection
Image Size: 17"h x 25-1/2"w
Paper Size: 21-3/4"h x 29-1/2"w
Condition: Mint, Never Framed (New Old Stock)
Documentation: Publisher's Certificate of Authenticity (COA) Included
 
Provenance and Authenticity
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.
 
Artist Biography
Persis Clayton Weirs (1942–2016) was a self-taught artist whose deep connection to wildlife began during her childhood on the coast of Maine. Renowned for her extraordinary attention to detail and her ability to capture the unique personalities of her subjects—whether wild animals or domestic horses—Weirs became one of the most prominent artists associated with the Wild Wings Collection. Her work is characterized by a "quiet realism" that emphasizes the harmony between animals and their environments. Over her prolific career, she received numerous awards and her work continues to be highly sought after by collectors of traditional American wildlife and sporting art.
 
Inquiry & Shipping
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Framing: Available upon request.