Poster Print : Seahorse, Hippocampus, and greater pipefish
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Seahorse, Hippocampus, and greater pipefish
Seahorse, Hippocampus, and greater pipefish, Syngnathus acus.. 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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Cloquet Dictionnaire Gabriel Greater Hippocampus Hippolyte Jussieu Massard Naturelles Pipefish Pretre Reptile Sciences Seahorse Stipple Syngnathus Acus
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Seahorse, Hippocampus, and Greater Pipefish poster print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite illustration, handcolored from an 1816-1830 copperplate stipple engraving, showcases the intricate details and beauty of these fascinating underwater creatures. Discover the Seahorse, Hippocampus, and Greater Pipefish in their natural habitat as you delve into the depths of the ocean. The Seahorse, Hippocampus, is known for its distinctive shape and unique ability to change color to blend in with its surroundings. The Greater Pipefish, Syngnathus acus, is a close relative of the Seahorse, characterized by its elongated snout and pipe-like body. Bring the enchanting world of the deep sea into your home or office with this stunning poster print. Perfect for marine enthusiasts, aquariums, classrooms, or anyone who appreciates the wonders of nature. Order now and let the beauty of the ocean inspire you every day!
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 33.8cm x 59.4cm (13.3" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, titled "Seahorse, Hippocampus, and Greater Pipefish," is an exquisite example of natural history illustration from the early 19th century. The illustration is taken from Jussieu's "Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles," published by F.G. Levrault between 1816 and 1830. The artwork was created by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre, who was a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later became an artist at the Museum of Natural History in Paris. The illustration features three different species of fish: a Seahorse (Hippocampus), a Hippocampus (possibly H. hippocampus or H. reevii), and a Greater Pipefish (Syngnathus acus). The Seahorse and Hippocampus are depicted in their characteristic pose, with the Seahorse grasping the tail of the Hippocampus with its prehensile snout. The Greater Pipefish is shown swimming gracefully, its elongated snout extended in search of prey. The intricate detail and lifelike quality of the illustration are a testament to the artistic skill and dedication of Pretre and the team of engravers, including Massard, who executed the engraving under the direction of Turpin. The use of handcoloring adds an additional layer of beauty and realism to the artwork, making it a valuable and captivating representation of these fascinating marine creatures.
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