Canvas Print : Common porpoise, Phocoena phocoena
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Common porpoise, Phocoena phocoena
Common porpoise, Phocoena phocoena.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812
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Media ID 14218497
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Common Creature Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Polydore Porpoise Shaw Phocoena
36"x14" (91x35cm) Canvas Print
Bring the enchanting underwater world into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring the Common Porpoise, Phocoena phocoena. This beautiful print, sourced from the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany (1812). The Common Porpoise, also known as the harbor porpoise, is one of the most common porpoises in the world. Its sleek, agile body and playful nature make it a beloved sight for marine enthusiasts. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are printed on heavy-duty canvas and coated with a protective, UV-resistant finish to ensure lasting beauty. Add this stunning piece to your decor and let the magic of the ocean be a part of your everyday life.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 91.4cm x 35.6cm (36" x 14")
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
1. Title: A Graceful Display of the Common Porpoise - Phocoena phocoena This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany" published in 1812, showcases the Common Porpoise, Phocoena phocoena, in all its marine splendor. The porpoise, a highly adaptable and agile marine mammal, is depicted here in rich detail, capturing its streamlined body, sleek skin, and distinctive features. The Common Porpoise is a small to medium-sized porpoise, found in the North Atlantic and North Pacific Oceans. This engraving accurately represents its robust build, with a rounded head, a long, curved beak, and a dorsal fin that is small and triangular. The Common Porpoise is often mistaken for a dolphin due to its similar appearance, but it belongs to the Phocoenidae family, which is characterized by its lack of a beak-like snout and a more rounded head. The Common Porpoise is an important part of marine ecosystems, playing a role in maintaining the balance of the food chain. They feed primarily on fish and squid, using their agility and speed to catch their prey. This engraving is a testament to the natural history of the Common Porpoise, providing a glimpse into the rich marine life that existed during the early 19th century. George Shaw and Frederick Nodder were renowned naturalists and illustrators of their time. Shaw was a prominent English naturalist, botanist, and illustrator, while Nodder was a German-born naturalist and illustrator who worked extensively in England. Their collaborative work, "The Naturalist's Miscellany," was a comprehensive collection of engravings and descriptions of various natural history subjects, including marine creatures like the Common Porpoise. This engraving is a beautiful example of their meticulous attention to detail and their commitment to documenting the natural world.
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