Baby Giraffe Pen & Ink Art Print by Gene Irvin (1934–2026)

Baby Giraffe | Art Print by Gene Irvin (1934–2026)

This is Gene at his most tender. The Baby Giraffe captures a calf in all its long-legged, wide-eyed charm — the gangly proportions, the soft patchwork coat, the curious tilt of the head. Fine pen & ink linework renders the delicate texture of the young coat, while gentle watercolor washes bring warmth to the piece. There's an unmistakable sweetness here, a quiet celebration of new life on the savannah.

Baby giraffes, known as calves, are born after a 14–15 month gestation and already stand around six feet tall at birth. Within an hour, they can stand and walk. They nurse for the first six to nine months before transitioning to leaves and browse, and they're famously curious — forever exploring, playing, and testing their long legs across the open African savannah.

Available in:

• 8×10 Giclée print
• 5×7 Giclée print

Why collectors love it: A natural for nurseries, children's rooms, and anyone drawn to the gentle side of wildlife art. It pairs beautifully with the Giraffe Portrait for a coordinated display.

Shipping & Details: Ships from Arizona. Prints flat-packed. A lasting piece from the collected works of Gene Irvin (1934–2026).