Buttoned into a ceremonial military coat, an owl stares down the lens with the gravity of an officer posing for posterity. His big round eyes, usually so gentle, take on a commanding air here, and the braid stitched across his plumage turns the night bird into a figure of authority with an irresistibly deadpan charm. You can almost picture the brass band, the medals handed out on the steps and a whole squadron of raptors standing to attention, so convincing is the staging.

This portrait belongs to our series of birds awarded imaginary ranks, found in the Bird Posters collection. Hung in a living room, a home office or a teenager's bedroom, it strikes a note that is both scholarly and playful, cut out for those who adore owls of every kind and like a little whimsy on their walls.

• Offered in 16 dimensions, from a modest 13×18 cm to a very large A0
• Choose a plain print or a frame in black, white, light wood or dark wood
• Made to order with durable inks and papers
• Postage included

A clever present for someone who collects owls or who likes to remind everyone, with a smile, exactly who is in charge at home.