Fine Art Print : Arothron meleagris, puffer fish
Resolution may be poor at this size (107 DPI)
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Arothron meleagris, puffer fish
Pencil drawing with some colour. Sydney Parkinson wrote the whole of this Fish fins & all is a purple black spotted with milk colour d spots/the teeth dirty white. (Bloch & Schneider, 1801)
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Media ID 8603009
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1801 Actinopterygii Balloonfish Blowfish Bony Fish Dirty Fishes Globefish Milk Osteichthyes Pencil Puffer Pufferfish Purple Ray Finned Fish Arothron Arothron Meleagris Bubblefish Puffer Fish
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the Arothron meleagris, or Spotted Puffer Fish, with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning pencil drawing, brought to life with vibrant colors, is an authentic reproduction of a rare 1801 illustration by Sydney Parkinson. Meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this fine art print showcases the intricate details of this fascinating creature's purple-black body, milk-colored spots, and distinctive teeth. Add a touch of natural wonder to your home or office with this beautiful work of art.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 stunning pencil drawing with selective coloring depicts Arothron meleagris, commonly known as the Guineafowl Puffer or the Longspotted Puffer, a remarkable bony fish belonging to the actinopterygii order and the ray-finned fish family. Dating back to the early 19th century, this illustration was penned by the skilled naturalist and artist, Sydney Parkinson. The Arothron meleagris is characterized by its unique appearance, with its body covered in a mesmerizing pattern of purple-black spots, interspersed with milk-colored ones. Its fins, intricately detailed in the drawing, display a similar coloration. The fish's teeth, contrastingly, are depicted as dirty white. Puffer fish, including the Arothron meleagris, are known for their ability to inflate themselves when threatened, making them an intriguing and fascinating subject for naturalists and artists alike. This drawing, with its remarkable attention to detail, offers a glimpse into the natural world of the past, showcasing the beauty and diversity of marine life. The Arothron meleagris, also referred to as the Guineafowl Puffer, Longspotted Puffer, Blowfish, Globefish, or Bubblefish, is a remarkable specimen of the pufferfish family. This illustration, created by Sydney Parkinson in 1801, serves as a testament to the artist's skill and the naturalist's curiosity, providing a captivating window into the rich biodiversity of the ocean.
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