Poster Print : Oligoplites saurus, leatherjacket
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Oligoplites saurus, leatherjacket
Ff. 97 Vol 2. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771
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18th Century Actinopterygii Adventure Bony Fish Captain Cook Captain James Cook Carangidae Cook Discovery Exploration Fishes Forked Leather Jack Leatherjacket Osteichthyes Perciform Perciformes Ray Finned Fish Skipjack
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Step back in time with our exquisite poster prints from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the captivating watercolor painting of Oligoplites saurus, also known as the leatherjacket, by Sydney Parkinson. This remarkable artwork was created during the historic first voyage of Captain James Cook to explore the southern continent in 1768-1771, as published in Volume 97 of Ff. (Fasciculus). With its rich, authentic details, this poster is a stunning addition to any room, bringing the beauty and wonder of the natural world from the past into your home or office. Order your Media Storehouse poster print of "Oligoplites saurus" today and relive history through timeless art."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 56.4cm x 42cm (22.2" x 16.5")
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 watercolor painting, titled "Oligoplites Saurus, or Leatherjacket," is a captivating illustration of a fish species discovered during Captain James Cook's historic first voyage to explore the southern continent from 1768 to 1771. Created by the skilled hand of Sydney Parkinson, this beautiful work of art is a testament to the rich biodiversity encountered during the expedition. The Leatherjacket, scientifically known as Oligoplites saurus, is a member of the Carangidae family, which belongs to the larger group of Actinopterygii, or ray-finned fish. This particular specimen is a perciform fish, characterized by its compressed body shape and dorsal fin with spines. The Leatherjacket's vibrant blue coloration and forked tail fin make it a striking addition to the waters of the southern hemisphere. This illustration not only showcases the natural beauty of the Leatherjacket but also serves as a reminder of the groundbreaking exploration and discovery that took place during Captain Cook's journey. The 18th century adventure brought about significant advancements in our understanding of the world and its diverse inhabitants, including the identification of numerous new species. As a valuable addition to any collection, this exquisite watercolor painting by Sydney Parkinson is a testament to the artistry and scientific curiosity of the past. Its intricate details and vivid colors bring the Leatherjacket to life, transporting us back to the time of Captain Cook's daring expeditions and the wonders of the natural world that awaited discovery.
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