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Angler or monkfish, Lophius piscatorius 33, longnose batfish, Ogcocephalus vespertilio 34, and sargassumfish, Histrio histrio 35. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804
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Angler or monkfish, Lophius piscatorius 33, longnose batfish, Ogcocephalus vespertilio 34, and sargassumfish, Histrio histrio 35. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804
FLO5004813 Angler or monkfish, Lophius piscatorius 33, longnose batfish, Ogcocephalus vespertilio 34, and sargassumfish, Histrio histrio 35. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804. Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergy and naturalist known as the German Buffon.; (add.info.: Angler or monkfish, Lophius piscatorius 33, longnose batfish, Ogcocephalus vespertilio 34, and sargassumfish, Histrio histrio 35. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804. Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergy and naturalist known as the German Buffon.); © Florilegius
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History captures the unique beauty of three fascinating marine creatures - the Angler or monkfish, Lophius piscatorius; the longnose batfish, Ogcocephalus vespertilio; and the sargassumfish, Histrio histrio. Each creature is intricately detailed, showcasing their distinctive features and characteristics.
The Angler fish with its large mouth and lure-like appendage is a master of camouflage in its deep-sea habitat. The longnose batfish stands out with its elongated snout and flattened body, perfectly adapted for life on the ocean floor. Lastly, the sargassumfish displays vibrant colors and intricate patterns that help it blend in seamlessly with floating seaweed.
Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's skillful depiction of these creatures highlights his passion for both art and natural history. As a Bavarian clergyman turned naturalist, Wilhelm was known as the German Buffon for his dedication to studying and documenting the wonders of the natural world.
This print serves as a timeless reminder of the diverse beauty found beneath the waves, inviting viewers to marvel at these extraordinary marine species captured in exquisite detail over two centuries ago.
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