Fine Art Print : Skunk species, Mephitis mephitis?, and sea
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Skunk species, Mephitis mephitis?, and sea
Skunk species, Mephitis mephitis?, and sea otter of Kamchatka, Enhydra lutris, (endangered).. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Jussieus Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Terreni, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780
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Media ID 14204411
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of nature with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this intriguing pairing of a skunk, Mephitis mephitis, and a sea otter, Enhydra lutris, from the endangered Kamchatka population. This exquisite image, sourced from Antoine Jussieu's Dictionary of Natural Science, is a hand-coloured copperplate stipple engraving by Mary Evans Prints Online. Bring the wonder of the natural world into your home or office with this stunning, rights-managed print, and add a touch of timeless elegance to any space.
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 32.3cm x 53.3cm (12.7" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving, taken from Antoine Jussieu's "Dictionnaire de Naturalisation," published in Florence, Italy, in 1837, showcases two fascinating species from the natural world: the North American skunk, Mephitis mephitis, and the endangered Kamchatka sea otter, Enhydra lutris. The skunk, depicted on the left side of the image, is a well-known North American mammal recognized for its distinctive odor, which it uses as a defense mechanism. With its distinctive black and white stripes, the skunk is a captivating subject, and its alert posture in this illustration highlights its agility and intelligence. On the right side of the image, the Kamchatka sea otter, an endangered species, is shown gracefully floating on its back in the water. Sea otters are the smallest and most dense of marine mammals, and they are renowned for their unique ability to use tools, such as rocks, to crack open shellfish. The intricate details of the sea otter's fur, which is the densest of any mammal, are beautifully captured in this engraving. The illustration was created by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre, a French naturalist and artist, and was engraved by Terreni, under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin. Batelli e Figli published this stunning work of art, which is a testament to the natural history illustration of the 19th century. This image offers a glimpse into the natural world of over 180 years ago and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving endangered species like the Kamchatka sea otter for future generations.
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