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Striped eel catfish, Plotosus lineatus
Striped eel catfish, Plotosus lineatus (Eel-shaped platystacus, Platystacus anguillaris). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1802
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Catfish Frederick Lineatus Miscellany Naturalists Nodder Polydore Shaped Shaw Striped Plotosus
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating underwater world with our exquisite Striped Eel Catfish Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning representation, drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist artist Richard Polydore Nodder, showcases the intricate details of Plotosus lineatus, also known as the Striped Eel Catfish or Eel-shaped platystacus. Add an element of the ocean's mystery and beauty to your space with this authentic, Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online. Bringing history and art together, this fine art print is not just a decorative piece but a conversation starter and a testament to the richness of the natural world.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 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 35.1cm x 17.7cm (13.8" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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.
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Striped Eel Catfish, Plotosus lineatus, also known as the Striped Platystacus or the Eel-shaped Platystacus. The image was meticulously drawn and engraved by the skilled hand of Richard Polydore Nodder and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in London, 1802. The Striped Eel Catfish is a unique and intriguing species of catfish native to the Indian and Pacific Oceans. As its name suggests, this fish possesses a striking appearance with vertical stripes running along its elongated, eel-like body. The fish's coloration ranges from silver to brown, with the stripes providing excellent camouflage against the sandy ocean floor. This engraving provides an accurate and detailed representation of the Striped Eel Catfish's anatomy, highlighting its elongated body shape, large pectoral and dorsal fins, and its small, round pectoral and pelvic fins. The fish's mouth is also clearly visible, filled with sharp, needle-like teeth, which it uses to capture its prey. The Striped Eel Catfish is an important species in its ecosystem, playing a significant role as a predator and prey. It feeds on a variety of small invertebrates, crustaceans, and mollusks, while larger fish and humans are known to prey on it. This beautiful and intricately detailed engraving is a testament to the natural history illustration techniques of the early 19th century and serves as an important record of the natural world, providing us with a glimpse into the diversity and beauty of the marine life that existed over 200 years ago.
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