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Fine Art Print : Trichiurus lepturus, or Largehead Hairtail
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Trichiurus lepturus, or Largehead Hairtail
Trichiurus lepturus, or Largehead Hairtail, a species of cutlassfish, also known as Beltfish and Bladefish. Date: 1863
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Media ID 14227967
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1863 Fishes Lepturus Species Tapering Thin Cutlassfish
21"x7" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating underwater world with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Trichiurus lepturus, also known as the Largehead Hairtail or Beltfish. This stunning vintage illustration, dating back to 1863, showcases the unique features of this intriguing cutlassfish species. With its large head and distinctive stripes, the Largehead Hairtail adds an enchanting touch to any space. Our Fine Art Prints are available under Rights Managed licensing from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring the beauty of the deep sea into your home or office today.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 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 36.7cm x 17.7cm (14.4" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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.
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This image, dated back to 1863, showcases the Largehead Hairtail, scientifically known as Trichiurus lepturus. A remarkable species of cutlassfish, also referred to as Beltfish or Bladefish, this elongated and slender creature is a true marvel of the marine world. The Largehead Hairtail is characterized by its long, tapering body and distinctive head, which appears enlarged compared to its body size. Its coloration ranges from silver to blue-green, with a series of darker vertical bands running along its sides, giving it a striped appearance. This photograph, taken during the Victorian era, offers a glimpse into the natural history of this fascinating fish species. The Largehead Hairtail is a pelagic fish, meaning it lives in the open ocean, often found in the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans. They are known to inhabit deep waters, making them a challenge for early fishermen and naturalists to study. The Largehead Hairtail is an agile and powerful swimmer, capable of changing direction quickly and moving through the water with ease. They feed on a variety of prey, including plankton, small fish, and crustaceans. Their long, sharp gill rakers allow them to filter food from the water efficiently. This photograph is a testament to the rich biodiversity of the marine environment and the curiosity of the naturalists of the 1860s. It serves as a reminder of the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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