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Herring, sprat and shad
Herring, Clupea harengus, sprat, Sprattus sprattus, and shad, Alosa alosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Plee Jr. after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Bernard Germain de Lacepedes Natural History of Oviparous Quadrupeds, Snakes, Fish and Cetaceans, Eymery, Paris, 1825
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Alosa Bernard Clupea Germain Herring Jean Gabriel Lacepede Oviparous Plee Pretre Quadrupeds Sardine Shad Sprat Hareng Sprattus
12"x8" Photo Print
Discover the rich marine life of the past with our exquisite Herring, Sprat and Shad photographic print from Media Storehouse. This stunning hand-coloured copperplate engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate details of Herring (Clupea harengus), Sprat (Sprattus sprattus), and Shad (Alosa alosa) as illustrated by Jean-Gabriel Pretre and masterfully engraved by Plee Jr. Each print is meticulously crafted to bring the beauty and history of these iconic fish species to your home or office. Experience the timeless allure of nature's wonders with our high-quality photographic prints.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
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 exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Plee Jr. after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre, showcases three distinct species of herring-like fish: the herring (Clupea harengus), sprat (Sprattus sprattus), and shad (Alosa alosa). The intricate details of their scales, fins, and gills are beautifully rendered, providing a glimpse into the natural history of these important marine organisms. Herring, also known as Clupee or Hareng in French, is a large, oily fish that is a staple food source for humans and various marine predators. Sprats, or Sprattus, are small herring-like fish that are often used as bait or consumed as food. Shad, or Alosa, are anadromous fish that migrate from freshwater to the ocean to spawn, and are an essential food source for both humans and wildlife. This engraving is taken from Bernard Germain de Lacepede's Natural History of Oviparous Quadrupeds, Snakes, Fish and Cetaceans, published in Paris in 1825. Lacepede's work was a groundbreaking contribution to the scientific understanding of the natural world, and this engraving is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the time. The use of hand-coloring adds an extra layer of beauty and depth to the engraving, bringing the fish to life and highlighting their unique features. The intricate lines and shading capture the subtle variations in color and texture, making this a true masterpiece of natural history art.
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