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Herring, sprat and shad
Herring, Clupea harengus, sprat, Sprattus sprattus, and shad, Alosa alosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Plee Jr. after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Bernard Germain de Lacepedes Natural History of Oviparous Quadrupeds, Snakes, Fish and Cetaceans, Eymery, Paris, 1825
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Alosa Bernard Clupea Germain Herring Jean Gabriel Lacepede Oviparous Plee Pretre Quadrupeds Sardine Shad Sprat Hareng Sprattus
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty of the sea with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring Herring, Sprat, and Shad. These intricately detailed hand-colored copperplate engravings, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offer a captivating glimpse into the natural world of the past. Created by Plee Jr. after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Bernard Germain de Lacépède's renowned 18th-century publication, these prints showcase the stunning accuracy and artistry of the era. Bring the rich history and natural wonder of the ocean into your home or office with these elegant and authentic Fine Art Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Plee Jr. after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre, showcases three distinct species of herring-like fish: the herring (Clupea harengus), sprat (Sprattus sprattus), and shad (Alosa alosa). The intricate details of their scales, fins, and gills are beautifully rendered, providing a glimpse into the natural history of these important marine organisms. Herring, also known as Clupee or Hareng in French, is a large, oily fish that is a staple food source for humans and various marine predators. Sprats, or Sprattus, are small herring-like fish that are often used as bait or consumed as food. Shad, or Alosa, are anadromous fish that migrate from freshwater to the ocean to spawn, and are an essential food source for both humans and wildlife. This engraving is taken from Bernard Germain de Lacepede's Natural History of Oviparous Quadrupeds, Snakes, Fish and Cetaceans, published in Paris in 1825. Lacepede's work was a groundbreaking contribution to the scientific understanding of the natural world, and this engraving is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the time. The use of hand-coloring adds an extra layer of beauty and depth to the engraving, bringing the fish to life and highlighting their unique features. The intricate lines and shading capture the subtle variations in color and texture, making this a true masterpiece of natural history art.
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