Indian Runner Duck, No. 9976, Birds of a Feather

Signed and editioned on recto. Signed, titled, dated and editioned on certificate of authenticity.

Available in 3 sizes:

18 x 12 inches (edition of 15)

36 x 24 inches (edition of 7)

60 x 40 inches (edition of 5)

In Birds of a Feather, Claire Rosen photographs live birds against opulent, historically inspired backdrops, creating portraits that sit somewhere between natural history, decorative art, and contemporary photography. In Indian Runner Duck No. 9976, the bird’s upright form is set against Early English Vintage Paper, a backdrop whose delicate patterning gives the image a sense of charm, refinement, and quiet historical elegance.

Indian Runner ducks are known for their distinctive vertical posture and slender, animated silhouettes, often appearing almost as if they are standing at attention. Photographed at The Great Marsh Institute in Pennsylvania, USA, in 2020, “Noodle” brings a wonderful sense of character to the composition, transforming a familiar domestic bird into a subject of humor, grace, and individuality.

Rosen’s process is rooted in patience, close observation, and respect for the birds she photographs. These are not digitally composited images; the artist brings her carefully selected wallpapers and textile backdrops to the birds, photographing them in front of the chosen setting in real time. Rather than forcing a pose, Rosen allows each bird’s natural movements, gestures, and personality to guide the image, capturing moments when the subject appears calm, alert, and fully itself. The result is both elegant and full of warmth, inviting us to reconsider the beauty and individuality of creatures often seen as familiar or ordinary. In keeping with the spirit of the project, a percentage of the artist’s profits from the series will be donated to charity.