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Ring wrasse, Hologymnosus annulatus

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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Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Polydore Ring Shaw Wrasse


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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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