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Nile bichir, Polypterus bichir
Nile bichir, Polypterus bichir.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812
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Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nile Nodder Polydore Shaw Bichir
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring the ancient world into your modern home with our stunning Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the Nile Bichir, Polypterus bichir. This captivating image, taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany (1812), showcases the intricate details of this prehistoric-looking fish in a handcolored copperplate engraving. Our high-quality metal prints are not just beautiful works of art, but also durable and long-lasting, adding a touch of history and sophistication to any room. Order yours today and let the mystery of the Nile come alive in your space.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the Nile Bichir, Polypterus bichir, a unique and intriguing fish species native to the Nile River in Africa. The engraving is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in 1812. The image captures the fish's distinctive features, including its long, flat head, large pectoral fins, and elongated dorsal fin. The rich colors and intricate details of the engraving bring the Nile Bichir to life, showcasing its beauty and unique anatomy. The Nile Bichir, also known as the African Polypterus, is a primitive fish species that belongs to the Polypteridae family. It is characterized by its ability to breathe air through its gills and skin, making it an adaptable fish that can survive in various water conditions. The Nile Bichir is an important species in the Nile ecosystem, playing a role in controlling populations of smaller fish and invertebrates. This engraving is a testament to the natural history art of the early 19th century, when naturalists and illustrators worked together to document and preserve the natural world. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the engraving provide a glimpse into the past, offering a window into the world of the Nile Bichir and the natural history of the Nile River. Today, this image remains an important historical record and a beautiful work of art, showcasing the natural world and the rich history of natural history illustration.
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