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LS Plate 176 from the John Reeves Collection
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LS Plate 176 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings
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John Reeves' LS Plate 176: An Exquisite Nineteenth Century Illustration of an Anguilliform Eel from Canton, China This stunning silver-printed illustration, LS Plate 176 from the John Reeves Collection, showcases an exquisite anguilliform eel, a long, thin, brown fish native to Asian waters. John Reeves, a renowned tea inspector in the early 19th century, traveled extensively to Canton, China, where he amassed an impressive collection of Chinese natural history drawings. The intricately detailed illustration depicts the eel's elongated, slender body, adorned with small, iridescent scales that shimmer in the light. Its thin, elongated pectoral and dorsal fins are visible, as well as its long, sinuous tail. The eel's orange coloration is particularly noteworthy, a vibrant contrast against its darker body. Anguilliformes, or eels, are a large group of bony fish characterized by their elongated bodies and serpentine shape. This ray-finned fish, belonging to the class Osteichthyes, is a prime example of the diversity and beauty of the aquatic life found in Asia during the 19th century. The meticulous attention to detail in this illustration is a testament to the skill and dedication of John Reeves and the Chinese artists who worked under his guidance. LS Plate 176 is not only a captivating work of art but also an invaluable historical record of the natural world, providing us with a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of Asia during the 19th century.
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