Canvas Print : Thunnus albercares, yellowfin tuna
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Thunnus albercares, yellowfin tuna
Ff. 100 Vol 2. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771
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18th Century Actinopterygii Adventure Bony Fish Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Discovery Exploration Fishes Osteichthyes Perciform Perciformes Ray Finned Fish Scombridae Sydney Parkinson Tail Thunnus
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the rich history of maritime exploration to your home or office with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This exquisite artwork showcases Thunnus albercares, the majestic Yellowfin Tuna, captured in a watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson during Captain James Cook's first voyage to the southern continent in 1768-1771. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, our Canvas Prints are meticulously printed on high-quality canvas, ensuring vibrant colours and sharp details that bring the painting to life. Elevate the look of any room with this beautiful and intriguing piece of history."
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 Sydney Parkinson captures the majesty and power of a Yellowfin Tuna, scientifically known as Thunnus albacares, during Captain James Cook's historic first voyage to explore the southern continent from 1768 to 1771. The painting, which is part of the collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the 18th century. The Yellowfin Tuna, a large, powerful, and fast-swimming bony fish, is a member of the Scombridae family, which also includes mackerel and bonito. With its vibrant yellow fin and back, this fish is a striking example of the beauty and diversity of the ray-finned fishes (Actinopterygii), a large group of bony fish characterized by their rayed fins. The painting provides a detailed and accurate representation of the anatomy of this impressive creature. The tuna's large, dark eye is fixed on something in the distance, perhaps a potential prey or a threat. Its powerful tail propels it through the water, while its dorsal and pectoral fins help it maneuver and stabilize. This painting is not only an exquisite work of art but also a testament to the spirit of exploration and discovery that characterized the 18th century. Captain James Cook's voyages opened up new horizons and expanded our knowledge of the natural world. Sydney Parkinson's illustrations, which were produced during these expeditions, remain an invaluable source of information and inspiration for scientists, artists, and adventurers alike.
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