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European barracuda or spit fish, Sphyraena
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European barracuda or spit fish, Sphyraena
European barracuda or spit fish, Sphyraena sphyraena, and perch, Perca.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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This exquisitely handcolored copperplate stipple engraving depicts two fascinating underwater creatures: the European barracuda or spit fish (Sphyraena sphyraena) and the perch (Perca fluviatilis). The image is taken from Jussieu's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles, published by F.G. Levrault between 1816 and 1830. The illustration was created by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845), a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later becoming the artist to the Museum of Natural History. The European barracuda, also known as the spit fish, is a large, powerful, and predatory fish native to the Atlantic and Mediterranean seas. It can be identified by its long, slender body, prominent dorsal fin, and large, sharp teeth. The European barracuda is a popular game fish and is also valued for its culinary delicacy. Accompanying the European barracuda in this illustration is the perch, a common freshwater fish found in Europe and Asia. The perch is easily recognizable by its compressed, deep body, and its distinctive vertical stripes. It is a popular game fish and is also a staple in European cuisine. The intricate details of the European barracuda and perch in this engraving are a testament to the exceptional artistry of J.G. Pretre and the skillful engraving of Massard, directed by Turpin. The use of handcoloring adds an additional layer of beauty and realism to the illustration, making it a stunning example of natural history art from the early 19th century.
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