Canvas Print : Katsuwomus pelamis, skipjack tuna
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Katsuwomus pelamis, skipjack tuna
Ff. 230. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Actinopterygii Adventure Bonito Bony Fish Captain Cook Captain James Cook Carangidae Cook Discovery Exploration Fishes Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Leather Jack Leatherjacket
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the wonders of the natural world into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This beautiful artwork features Katsuwonus pelamis, or the skipjack tuna, expertly rendered in watercolor by George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75). Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this vibrant and intricately detailed painting captures the essence of the ocean's most elusive and dynamic inhabitants. Each Canvas Print is meticulously printed on high-quality canvas and coated with a protective, scratch-resistant finish, ensuring your investment is both a visual masterpiece and a lasting treasure. Elevate your decor with a touch of history and the beauty of nature - order your Canvas Print of 'Skipjack Tuna' today."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning watercolor painting by George Forster, titled "Katsuwomus pelamis, or the Skipjack Tuna," is a captivating illustration of this magnificent bony fish, created during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. Forster, who was a naturalist on the expedition, meticulously captured the vibrant blue hues and intricate patterns of the Katsuwonus pelamis, also known as the skipjack tuna, Arctic bonito, or leatherjacket. The painting showcases the fish's distinctive features, including its long, slender body, large dorsal fin, and the characteristic dark stripe that runs along its side. Forster's attention to detail is evident in the depiction of the fish's sharp, needle-like teeth and its large, expressive eyes. This illustration is a testament to the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the 18th century, as European explorers sought to expand their knowledge of the natural world. The painting is part of a larger body of work produced during Cook's voyages, which included the documentation of numerous new species and geographical discoveries. The painting was created by George Forster, who was the son of Johann Christian Friedrich Höhne and Johanna Elisabeth Forster. Johan Georg Adam Forster, who also accompanied Cook on the expedition, is believed to have influenced the style and technique of this illustration. The Katsuwonus pelamis is a member of the Carangidae family, which also includes the bonito and the mackerel. It is a highly migratory fish found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world. This illustration serves as a reminder of the rich natural history that was discovered during the Age of Exploration and the important role that artists and naturalists played in documenting these discoveries for future generations.
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