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Ocean sunfish, Mola mola
Ocean sunfish, Mola mola.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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Cloquet Dictionnaire Gabriel Hippolyte Jussieu Massard Mola Naturelles Pretre Reptile Sciences Stipple Sunfish
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Bring the enchanting underwater world into your home with our stunning Framed Prints featuring the Ocean Sunfish, Mola mola. This captivating image, taken from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles published between 1816 and 1830, showcases the Ocean Sunfish in intricate handcolored detail. Our Framed Prints are expertly crafted to preserve the rich colors and intricacies of this beautiful, vintage illustration. Add a touch of marine magic to your decor with this unique and captivating piece, brought to you by Media Storehouse in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 57.8cm x 57.8cm (22.8" x 22.8")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 86.6cm (24.4" x 34.1")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving showcases the enigmatic Ocean Sunfish, Mola mola, as it was depicted in Jussieu's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles between 1816 and 1830. The illustration was created by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre, who was a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later became an artist to the Museum of Natural History in Paris. The intricate details of the sunfish's unique features are beautifully rendered in this meticulously crafted engraving. With its large, flat body and triangular dorsal fin, the sunfish appears to be floating effortlessly on the surface of the ocean. Its coloration, depicted in vibrant hues of blue, green, and orange, adds to its otherworldly appearance. The engraving was executed by the skilled hands of Massard, under the direction of Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. The stipple technique used in this print allowed for a high level of detail and texture, bringing the sunfish to life in a way that was not possible with other printing methods of the time. The Ocean Sunfish, also known as the Mola mola, is the heaviest known bony fish, reaching weights of up to 1,000 kg (2,200 lbs). Despite its size, it is a gentle giant, feeding primarily on jellyfish and other soft-bodied organisms. This engraving offers a glimpse into the natural world of over 200 years ago, and serves as a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the ocean's inhabitants.
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