Antique Framed Print : Naucrates ductor, or Pilot Fish
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Naucrates ductor, or Pilot Fish
Naucrates ductor, or Pilot Fish. Date: 1863
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Media ID 14227995
© The Sharp Illustration Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1863 Fishes Pilot Rough Species Stripe Striped Stripes Waves Naucrates
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 23.1cm (14.6" x 9.1")
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
Naucrates ductor, or Pilot Fish (1863) This image, captured in 1863, showcases the enchanting beauty of the Pilot Fish, scientifically known as Naucrates ductor. The Pilot Fish, with its striking silver and blue stripes, is a small, slender fish that is often found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world. The Pilot Fish is an intriguing marine species, earning its common name due to its unique behavior of swimming in close proximity to larger fish, such as sharks and billfish. By swimming in the shadows of these larger predators, Pilot Fish are believed to benefit from the protection they provide, making it an effective survival strategy in the vast and rough seas. This photograph, taken during the Victorian era, offers a glimpse into the natural world of the 1860s. The Pilot Fish is gracefully displayed against a backdrop of rough waves, adding to the sense of the dynamic and powerful forces of the sea. The intricate details of the fish's scales and the delicate patterns of its stripes are beautifully captured, revealing the exquisite beauty of this fascinating species. The Pilot Fish has been a subject of interest for marine biologists and naturalists for centuries, and this photograph serves as a testament to the enduring fascination that these creatures hold for us. With its historical significance and stunning visual appeal, this image is a must-have for any collection focused on marine life, natural history, or the Victorian era.
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