Poster Print : Pastel-green wrasse, Halichoeres chloropterus
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Pastel-green wrasse, Halichoeres chloropterus
Pastel-green wrasse, Halichoeres chloropterus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812
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Media ID 14218918
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Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Pastel Polydore Shaw Wrasse Halichoeres
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Pastel-green Wrasse poster print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection. This exquisite piece showcases the vibrant and intricately detailed Pastel-green Wrasse, Halichoeres chloropterus, in all its glory. Originated from an authentic hand-colored copperplate engraving taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in 1812, this poster is a testament to the beauty and richness of the natural world. Bring the wonders of the ocean into your living space with this stunning, museum-quality print. Order yours today and immerse yourself in the mesmerizing details of this magnificent fish.
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 59.4cm x 34.1cm (23.4" x 13.4")
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
1. Title: A Vibrant Past: The Pastel-green Wrasse, Halichoeres chloropterus, in an 1812 Handcolored Copperplate Engraving The Pastel-green Wrasse, Halichoeres chloropterus, is a captivating marine fish species, showcased in this exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in 1812. This historical image, a testament to the rich heritage of natural history illustration, invites us to explore the intricacies of this beautiful fish and the fascinating world of 19th-century scientific documentation. The Pastel-green Wrasse, native to the Indian and Pacific Oceans, is easily identifiable by its striking pastel-green coloration and intricate patterns. In this engraving, the artist has meticulously captured the fish's delicate features, from its elongated dorsal fin to the subtle details of its scales. The handcoloring process, a common technique during this era, adds an extra layer of depth and vibrancy to the image, enhancing the overall appeal and accuracy of the illustration. George Shaw (1751-1813) and Frederick Nodder (1767-1815), the talented duo behind "The Naturalist's Miscellany," were pioneers in the field of natural history illustration. Their collaborative works, which included numerous fish species, were groundbreaking in their attention to detail and scientific accuracy. This particular engraving, with its intricate design and vivid colors, stands as a testament to their dedication and expertise. As we marvel at the beauty of this Pastel-green Wrasse, we are transported back in time, to an era when natural history was a burgeoning field, and the pursuit of knowledge about the natural world was a source of endless fascination and discovery. This image serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving historical records and the role they play in our understanding of the natural world and our place within it.
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