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Little dragonfish, Eurypegasus draconis, Pegase dragon, and American paddlefish, Polyodon spathula, Polyodon leaf. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's "" Dictionary of Natural Sciences"" 1816-1830
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Little dragonfish, Eurypegasus draconis, Pegase dragon, and American paddlefish, Polyodon spathula, Polyodon leaf. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's "" Dictionary of Natural Sciences"" 1816-1830
FLO4644610 Little dragonfish, Eurypegasus draconis, Pegase dragon, and American paddlefish, Polyodon spathula, Polyodon leaf. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's "" Dictionary of Natural Sciences"" 1816-1830. The volumes on fish and reptiles were edited by Hippolyte Cloquet, natural historian and doctor of medicine. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Bocour, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault.; (add.info.: Little dragonfish, Eurypegasus draconis, Pegase dragon, and American paddlefish, Polyodon spathula, Polyodon leaf. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's "" Dictionary of Natural Sciences"" 1816-1830. The volumes on fish and reptiles were edited by Hippolyte Cloquet, natural historian and doctor of medicine. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Bocour, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault.); © Florilegius
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving captures the delicate beauty of two fascinating aquatic creatures - the Little dragonfish, Eurypegasus draconis, and the American paddlefish, Polyodon spathula. The intricate details of their unique features are brought to life by the skilled hands of illustrator J.G. Pretre and engraver Bocour.
The Little dragonfish, also known as Pegase dragon, is a mesmerizing creature with its elongated body and intricate patterns that resemble mythical dragons. Its graceful fins seem to dance in the water, creating an ethereal aura around this mysterious sea dweller.
In contrast, the American paddlefish stands out with its distinctive long snout resembling a paddle or spatula. This ancient species has survived for millions of years with its specialized feeding habits and remarkable adaptability to different environments.
Displayed in Jussieu's "Dictionary of Natural Sciences" from 1816-1830, this print serves as a reminder of the incredible diversity found in our oceans and rivers. It is a testament to the tireless efforts of natural historians like Hippolyte Cloquet who dedicated their lives to studying and documenting these wondrous creatures for future generations to admire and appreciate.
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