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Fish illustrations, 1823 C017 / 8067
Fish illustrations, 19th century. These ten fish are (top to bottom, left to right): a Conger eel; a tube-eye fish (Stylephorus chordatus); a swordfish (Xiphias gladius); a silver trichiure (Trichiurus argenteus); a gymnote or electric eel; a blenny; an Odontognathus longfin herring; a haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus); a father lasher (Myoxocephalus scorpius); and a bandfish (Cepolidae). The orders are: apodal fishes (limbless), jugular fishes (pelvic fins in front of the pectoral fins), and thoracic fishes (ventral fins below the pectoral fins). This page is from Universal Technological Dictionary (1823) by British author George Crabb (1778-1851)
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1823 Array Artworks Blenny Book Fishes George Crabb Ichthyology Illustrations Natural History Page Publication Selection Taxonomy Universal Technological Dictionary Conger Eel Electric Eel Father Lasher Haddock Melanogrammus Aeglefinus Swordfish Taxa Taxon
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This print showcases a stunning array of fish illustrations from the 19th century. The image features ten meticulously detailed fish, each representing different species and orders within the realm of aquatic life. From top to bottom, left to right, we can admire the elegant forms of a Conger eel, tube-eye fish (Stylephorus chordatus), swordfish (Xiphias gladius), silver trichiure (Trichiurus argenteus), gymnote or electric eel, blenny, Odontognathus longfin herring, haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus), father lasher (Myoxocephalus scorpius), and bandfish (Cepolidae). These exquisite illustrations were originally published in George Crabb's Universal Technological Dictionary in 1823. They serve as both an artistic masterpiece and a valuable scientific resource for understanding the taxonomy and biology of these fascinating creatures. The monochrome artworks beautifully capture the intricate details of each fish's anatomy while providing insight into their diverse classifications. This historical piece not only offers us a glimpse into British author George Crabb's work but also provides an opportunity to appreciate the rich natural history that existed centuries ago. Whether you are interested in zoology, biology, or simply admire nature's wonders, this print is sure to captivate your imagination with its timeless beauty and educational value.
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