Canvas Print : Rhinecanthus rectangulus, wedge-tailed triggerfish
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Rhinecanthus rectangulus, wedge-tailed triggerfish
Ff. 58a. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771
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Media ID 8613533
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18th Century Actinopterygii Adventure Balistidae Bony Fish Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Discovery Dorsal Exploration Fishes Mask Osteichthyes Patterned Ray Finned Fish Rectangular Reef
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the captivating image of the Rhinecanthus rectangulus, also known as the wedge-tailed triggerfish. This stunning design is derived from a watercolor painting created during Captain James Cook's historic first voyage to explore the southern continent in 1768-1771. Originally produced by Sydney Parkinson, this exquisite artwork is now available as a high-quality canvas print, adding a touch of adventure and history to your home or office decor. With vibrant colors and intricate details, this print is a must-have for marine life enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Order yours today and bring the beauty of the ocean and the spirit of exploration into your space. (Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online)
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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, titled "Rhinecanthus rectangulus, or the Wedge-tailed Triggerfish," is a captivating illustration of this intricately patterned marine creature. Created during Captain James Cook's historic first voyage to explore the southern continent between 1768 and 1771, the painting is a testament to the rich biodiversity discovered during this groundbreaking expedition. The Wedge-tailed Triggerfish, a member of the Balistidae family, is easily recognizable by its unique features. Its body is elongated and compressed, giving it a rectangular shape, while its dorsal fin forms a distinctive wedge-like extension. The fish's face is adorned with a mask-like pattern, adding to its striking appearance. This beautiful illustration, made by Sydney Parkinson, captures the fish's vibrant colors and intricate patterns. The brown background highlights the fish's bold markings, making it a standout piece of 18th-century natural history art. The discovery of the Wedge-tailed Triggerfish and other exotic marine species during Captain Cook's voyage expanded the scientific knowledge of the time, contributing significantly to the understanding of the Actinopterygii, or ray-finned fish, and the Osteichthyes, or bony fish. This painting is a reminder of the incredible adventures and discoveries that came from the spirit of exploration and curiosity that drove Captain Cook and his crew to embark on their journey. It remains an enduring symbol of the natural wonders that lie beneath the waves and the importance of documenting and preserving the world's biodiversity.
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