Antique Framed Print : Blueband goby, Valenciennea strigata, and shark
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Blueband goby, Valenciennea strigata, and shark
Blueband goby, Valenciennea strigata, and shark sucker, sucking fish, remora, Remora remora.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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Media ID 14213625
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Cloquet Dictionnaire Gabriel Goby Hippolyte Jussieu Massard Naturelles Pretre Remora Reptile Sciences Shark Stipple Sucker Sucking
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 22.2cm x 37.1cm (8.7" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, titled "Blueband Goby, Valenciennea strigata, and Shark," is an exquisite example of natural history illustration from the early 19th century. The illustration, created by the skilled hand of painter Jean Gabriel Pretre and expertly engraved by Massard under the direction of Turpin, was published by F.G. Levrault and featured in Jussieu's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles between 1816 and 1830. The image depicts a Blueband Goby, Valenciennea strigata, a small, colorful fish, clinging to the side of a shark. The goby is a master of disguise, using its blue and white stripes to blend in with the shark's underbelly, making it difficult for predators to spot. The shark, a powerful and efficient predator, swims gracefully through the water, its sleek body gliding effortlessly through the waves. Another intriguing creature in this illustration is the shark sucker, Remora remora, which can be seen attached to the shark's back. Also known as a remora or hitchhiking shark, this small, disc-shaped fish attaches itself to larger marine animals, such as sharks, rays, and turtles, and travels with them for protection and food. This beautiful and intricately detailed engraving is a testament to the remarkable artistry and scientific knowledge of the time. It provides a glimpse into the natural world of the early 19th century and showcases the beauty and diversity of marine life.
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