Nilson Collection

Wels catfish and Blochs catfish
Wels catfish, Silurus glanis 74, and Blochs catfish, Pimelodus blochii 75. Handcolored copperplate engraving after Jacob Nilson from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish

Shad, anchovy, and fishermen fishing with nets
Shad, Alosa alosa 137 and anchovy, Engraulis encrasicolus 138. Fishermen scattering bait with a wooden spoon to fish in a net

Sprat, and herring being hung in a smokehouse, 18th century
Sprat, Sprattus sprattus, and section through a smokehouse showing workers smoking herring in a kipper factory, 18th century

Herring, oarfish and drift-net fishing
Herring, Clupea harengus 132, oarfish, Regalecus species 133, and North Sea fishermen using drift nets to catch herring from boats

Northern pike and garfish
Northern pike, Esox lucius 117, and sea needle or garfish, Belone belone 118. Handcolored copperplate engraving after Jacob Nilson from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish

Danube salmon, whitefish, and fishing with rod and line
Danube salmon, Hucho hucho endangered 101, whitefish, Coregonus lavaretus 102, and fishermen in boats fishing using rod and line on a river

Sea trout, charr and fishing methods
Sea trout, Salmo trutta trutta 98, charr, Salvelinus alpinus alpinus 99, and fshing methods using manmade rapids on a river to catch salmon in grills and nets

Female Atlantic salmon, Salmo salar, and fishing methods using nets and grills across a river during spawning season. Handcolored copperplate engraving after Jacob Nilson from Gottlieb Tobias

Soldier catfish and driftwood catfish
Soldier catfish, Osteogeneiosus militaris 79, and driftwood catfish, Trachelyopterus galeatus 80. Handcolored copperplate engraving after Jacob Nilson from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of

Tuna fishing method and horse mackerel
Fishermen in boats driving tuna to the shore with nets for others to catch fish with hooks 52, and horse mackerel, Trachurus trachurus 53

Atlantic mackerel, and fishing methods with line and net
Atlantic mackerel, Scomber scombrus 45, and fishermen on a large boat fishing for mackerel with long lines and hooks, and in a small boat with a mackerel net, 18th century

Zingel, red hind and striped bass
Zingel, Zingel zingel 37, red hind, Epinephelus guttatus 38 and Striped bass, Morone saxatilis Perca saxatilis 39. Handcolored copperplate engraving after Jacob Nilson from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms

Rainbow wrasse, argus wrasse, brown meagre, and shi drum
Rainbow wrasse, Coris julis 30, argus wrasse, Halichoeres argus 31, brown meagre, Sciaena umbra 32 and shi drum, Umbrina cirrosa 33

Squirrelfish, five-lined snapper, Torroto
Squirrelfish, Holocentrus adscensionis 22, five-lined snapper, Lutjanus quinquelineatus 23, Torroto grunt, Genyatremus luteus 24 and pointed snout wrasse, Symphodus rostratus 25

A Special Celebration, 1877 (oil on canvas)
827083 A Special Celebration, 1877 (oil on canvas) by Nilson, Johan Severin (1846-1918); 85x119.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Special Celebration. Johan Severin Nilson (1846-1918)

Portrait of Queen Marie-Antoinette in an ornamental frame, late 18th century

Aloisia Lange, nee Weber (1760-1839) as Zemire, 1784. Creator: Nilson, Johann Esaias
Aloisia Lange, nee Weber (1760-1839) as Zemire, 1784. Private Collection

Johann Esaias Nilson, Two Actors Peeking through a Theater Curtain while Others Prepare the Footlights, German, 1721-1788, pen and gray ink with gray wash on laid paper

Johann Esaias Nilson (German, 1721-1788), Cartouches Modernes avec des Enfans qui representant les Modes d Augsbourg, counterproof of an etching with drawing in pen and black ink and gray wash

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Nilson: A Journey through Fish and Fishing Techniques" Dive into the captivating realm of Nilson, where Wels catfish and Blochs catfish reign supreme in their watery kingdom. Picture a scene where fishermen cast their nets, hoping to catch a bountiful harvest of Shad, anchovy, and other elusive species. Transport yourself back to the 18th century as you witness sprat and herring being meticulously hung in a smokehouse, preserving them for future feasts. Imagine the aroma that must have filled the air as these delicacies were prepared with care. As you continue your journey through Nilson's waters, marvel at drift-net fishing techniques employed to capture herring, oarfish, and other mesmerizing creatures lurking beneath the surface. Witness skilled anglers skillfully reeling in Northern pike and garfish using rod and line methods. The enchantment doesn't end there – explore further to encounter Danube salmon and whitefish caught by adept fishermen employing traditional rod-and-line techniques. Observe how sea trout and charr are pursued using various fishing methods tailored specifically for these prized catches. Intrigue awaits as you discover female Atlantic salmon navigating treacherous currents while determined anglers employ specialized fishing methods to secure their prized catch. Delve deeper into Nilson's depths to uncover hidden gems like soldier catfish camouflaged amongst driftwood or tuna captured using ingenious fishing tactics alongside horse mackerel. Witness firsthand how Atlantic mackerel is harvested utilizing both lines and nets - an art perfected over generations by skilled fishermen who understand this abundant resource intimately. Finally, immerse yourself in the world of Zingel, red hind, striped bass – each offering unique challenges requiring specific approaches from seasoned anglers seeking success on every outing. Nilson beckons adventurers with its diverse array of fish species intertwined with rich traditions passed down through generations.