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Skate, stingray and thornback ray
Skate, Dipturus batis 8, 9, stingray, Dasyatis pastinaca 10, and thornback ray, Raja clavata 11. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804. Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist known as the German Buffon
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Clavata Creature Encyclopedia Gottlieb Ichthyology Pastinaca Raja Rubus Skate Stingray Thornback Tobias Wilhelm Batis Dasyatis
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the underwater world with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints featuring Skate, Stingray, and Thornback Ray. These exquisite prints, sourced from the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, showcase intricately detailed handcolored copperplate engravings from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish. Immerse yourself in the history and artistry of these rare and fascinating creatures - Skate (Dipturus batis), Stingray (Dasyatis pastinaca), and Thornback Ray (Raja clavata) - and add a touch of natural wonder to your home or office decor. Each print is a unique piece of history, perfect for marine enthusiasts, collectors, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of the natural world.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 28.8cm x 53.3cm (11.3" 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 stunning handcolored copperplate engraving is a captivating illustration from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, published in Augsburg, Germany, in 1804. The engraving depicts three distinct species of marine creatures: a skate (Dipturus batis), a stingray (Dasyatis pastinaca), and a thornback ray (Raja clavata). The skate, with its distinctive flat body and wing-like pectoral fins, is shown in profile, its sharp gill slits and small eyes visible. The stingray, identified by its long, whip-like tail and distinctive barbed tail spine, is shown in a dynamic pose, its body undulating as it moves through the water. The thornback ray, named for its distinctive thorny skin, is shown in a more relaxed position, its pectoral fins spread wide as it rests on the ocean floor. Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist, known as the German Buffon for his extensive work in the field of natural history. His encyclopedia of fish was one of the most comprehensive works of its time, featuring detailed illustrations of over 1,000 species. This particular engraving showcases Wilhelm's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the unique characteristics of each species. The handcoloring adds an additional layer of beauty and realism to the already impressive illustrations. The intricate engraving process involved creating a design on a copper plate, which was then etched with acid to create the lines and details. The plate was then hand-colored using watercolors or other pigments, resulting in a final product that was both visually stunning and scientifically accurate. Today, this engraving remains an important historical document and a testament to Wilhelm's contributions to the field of ichthyology.
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