Antique Framed Print : Lesser Launce and Larger Launce
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Lesser Launce and Larger Launce
Lesser Launce (Lance) and Larger Launce (Lance) or Wide-Mouthed Launce (both classified as Ammodytes tobianus). Also known as Sand Eel and Sandlance as they burrow in sand. Date: 1864
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Media ID 14228145
© The Sharp Illustration Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1864 Ammodytes Eels Fishes Lance Larger Lesser Mouthed Sand Species Thin Wide Launce
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 37.1cm x 17.9cm (14.6" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken in the year 1864, showcases two intriguing fish species, the Lesser Launce and Larger Launce, also known as the Sand Eel or Sandlance (Ammodytes tobianus). The image transports us back to the 1860s, offering a glimpse into the rich natural history of the marine world during that era. The Lesser Launce, with its long, thin, and silver body, is the smaller of the two species, measuring around 12 centimeters in length. Its counterpart, the Larger Launce, is slightly larger, growing up to 18 centimeters long. Both species are characterized by their wide, mouths, which are adapted to their burrowing lifestyle in the sand. These fascinating creatures are native to the North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, and are an essential part of the marine food chain. They are often found in large schools, and their elongated bodies allow them to move effortlessly through the sand, making them excellent swimmers and burrowers. The photograph, taken over a century and a half ago, offers a unique window into the past, showcasing these beautiful and intriguing fish species in their natural habitat. The image captures their delicate features and the subtle details of their scales, providing a captivating glimpse into the natural world of the Victorian era. As we marvel at this historical photograph, we are reminded of the importance of preserving and protecting the natural world, and the role that these fascinating creatures play in the intricate web of marine life. The Lesser and Larger Launce may be small in size, but they are a vital part of the ocean's ecosystem, and their survival is essential for the health and balance of the marine environment.
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