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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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Media ID 14218395
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Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nile Nodder Polydore Shaw Bichir
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 11.8cm (15.6" x 4.6")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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 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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