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Trunkfish and longhorn cowfish
Smooth trunkfish, Rhinesomus triqueter 39, longhorn cowfish, Lactoria cornuta 40, and thornback trunkfish, Tetrosomus gibbosus 41. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804. Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist known as the German Buffon
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Cornuta Cowfish Creature Encyclopedia Gottlieb Ichthyology Lactoria Longhorn Ostracion Smooth Thornback Tobias Wilhelm Gibbosus Triqueter Trunkfish
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the vibrant underwater world with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the stunning Trunkfish and Longhorn Cowfish. These captivating prints, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcase the intricate patterns and colors of the Smooth Trunkfish (Rhinesomus triqueter), Longhorn Cowfish (Lactoria cornuta), and Thornback Trunkfish (Tetrosomus gibbosus). Add a touch of the ocean's beauty to your home or office space with these high-quality, rights-managed prints that are sure to inspire wonder and curiosity.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 28.2cm x 53.3cm (11.1" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisitely hand-colored copperplate engraving is a stunning representation of three distinct species of trunkfish and longhorn cowfish, captured from the depths of the ocean in the early 19th century. The image is taken from the Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, published in Augsburg, Germany, by the Bavarian clergyman and naturalist, Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm (1758-1811). The three trunkfish depicted are the smooth trunkfish (Rhinesomus triqueter), the thornback trunkfish (Tetrosomus gibbosus), and the lesser trunkfish (Ostracion meleagris), which is not shown in this print. Trunkfish are so named due to the prominent, elongated, and knobbed spine that extends from their dorsal fin, resembling the trunk of an elephant. These fish are characterized by their robust bodies and distinctive coloration, which provides excellent camouflage among the coral reefs where they reside. The longhorn cowfish (Lactoria cornuta) is also shown in this enchanting print. This fascinating marine creature is easily recognizable by its distinctive long, pointed horns, which are actually elongated spines from their dorsal and pectoral fins. These horns serve multiple purposes, including defense against predators and the manipulation of their environment to create currents that help them feed. Wilhelm's meticulous attention to detail and masterful use of color in this engraving provide a captivating glimpse into the rich diversity of marine life that existed long before the advent of modern photography. This beautiful print is a testament to Wilhelm's dedication to the natural world and his role as a pioneering ichthyologist, paving the way for future generations to explore and appreciate the wonders of the ocean.
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