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Antique Framed Print : Ring wrasse, Hologymnosus annulatus
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Ring wrasse, Hologymnosus annulatus
Ring wrasse, Hologymnosus annulatus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812
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Media ID 14218493
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Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Polydore Ring Shaw Wrasse
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 17.6cm (14.6" x 6.9")
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 exquisitely handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the vibrant and intricately patterned Ring Wrasse, Hologymnosus annulatus. The Ring Wrasse is a beautiful and highly sought-after reef fish native to the Indian and Pacific Oceans. In this stunning illustration from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in 1812, the fish is depicted swimming gracefully among lush coral formations. Richard Polydore Nodder (1787-1845) was a prolific English naturalist, artist, and engraver, known for his meticulous attention to detail and exceptional skill in the art of copperplate engraving. He collaborated with George Shaw (1751-1813), a prominent English naturalist and writer, on numerous publications, including The Naturalist's Miscellany. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a series of natural history publications that featured a wide range of subjects, from botany and zoology to mineralogy and geology. Each volume contained numerous handcolored plates, produced using the copperplate engraving technique, which allowed for exceptional detail and clarity. This particular illustration of the Ring Wrasse is a testament to the artists' and engravers' mastery of their craft. The fish's shimmering scales, intricate patterns, and lifelike details are rendered with remarkable accuracy and artistry. The coral formations in the background are equally impressive, with their delicate branches and varied colors adding depth and texture to the image. Today, this historical illustration serves as an important record of natural history and a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world. It also offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the world of natural history research and publication during the early 19th century.
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