Fish Collection (page 3)

Sport Fishing: Walleye Striking a Lure, 1950 (colour litho)
3036074 Sport Fishing: Walleye Striking a Lure, 1950 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of a walleye (Sander vitreus) striking a fishermans lure

Advert, Richard Irvin & Sons, Aberdeen, Scotland
Advert, Richard Irvin & Sons, Steam Fishing Vessel Owners, Licensed Auctioneers and Fish Salesmen, Aberdeen, Scotland. 1905

Swedish poster, Fish Exhibition, Stockholm
Swedish poster, Fish Exhibition, 10-26 May, Osterman s, Stureplan, Stockholm. circa 1950s

Study of Fish: Two Tench, a Trout and a Perch, c1822-1824. Artist: JMW Turner
Study of Fish: Two Tench, a Trout and a Perch, c1822-1824. From the Tate collection, London

Fishing trawler and crew, Resplendent, Scotland. Date: 1960s

Sketch by Fish of tango dancing, at the Florida Club, London, 1926 Date: 1926

Sketch by Fish of the Charleston dance at the Embassy club, London, 1926 Date: 1926

Manila Carnival, The Philippines - Miss Ilocos Sur
Illustration after Walter Dendy Sadler (18541923) of his painting Thursday (Tomorrow will be Friday) of 1880, showing a group of jovial monks out fishing. Date: 1880

European sea sturgeon (Acipenser sturio) and wels catfish (Silurus glanis)
Illustyration engraving of a European sea sturgeon (Acipenser sturio) and wels catfish (Silurus glanis)

The three-spined stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus) egg development
Illustration of a The three-spined stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus) egg development

Biodiversity Color Wheel

Malacosteus niger, stoplight loosejaw
Deep sea fish found off Tasmania, Australia. Specimen held in the collections at the Natural History Museum, London

Fish Gallery, September 1890
The Fish Gallery attractions included a 8.5m (28 ft) long basking shark caught near Shanklin, Isle of Wight, and wood from a whaling ship, the Farquharson, pierced by swordfish lances

Octopus
Watercolour 401 by the Port Jackson Painter, from the Watling Collection

Harbor Naoussa, Paros Island Greece

A whale and three fish (representing Japan) eating Russian sailors for dinner. Woodcut, c1905, by Kiyochika Kobayashi
RUSSO-JAPANESE WAR, c1905. A whale and three fish (representing Japan) eating Russian sailors for dinner. Woodcut, c1905, by Kiyochika Kobayashi

Pneumonia strikes like a man eating shark led by its pilot fish the common cold Consult your physician. Poster encouraging citizens to consult your physician for treatment of the common cold

Porters at Billingsgate Fish Market, London, c. 1950
Photograph showing a group of porters outside Billingsgate Fish Market in London, c.1950. The porters are shown carrying crates of fish on their heads. Date: c.1950

Triggerfish skeleton, X-ray
Triggerfish skeleton. Coloured X-ray of a triggerfish (family Balistidae). Its name originates from its ability to erect the first two dorsal spines (upper left), which can then lock or unlock

Seahorse skeleton. Coloured x-ray of a seahorse (Hippocampus sp.). Seahorse populations are under threat due to the fishing industry

Mosasaurus marine reptile
Mosasaurus. Artwork of a Mosasaurus marine lizard swimming underwater. This large carnivorous lizard was around 9 metres in length

Megalodon prehistoric shark, artwork, hunting a school of fish. Megalodon, Carcharocles (Carcharodon) megalodon, lived between around 20 and 1.2 million years ago, and is known only from fossils

Megalodon shark and great white
Megalodon shark (Carcharodon megalodon), computer artwork. A great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) is shown below it at the same scale

Red mullets and ducks, Roman mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

Arabian Picasso triggerfish (Rhinecanthus assasi). The Arabian Picasso triggerfish is found in shallow, sandy areas of coral reefs in the western Indian Ocean

Undersea exploration in 16th-century Europe
Underwater diver and man-at-arms, France, 1532. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Poster encouraging people to eat more fish
Poster encouraging people to Eat More Fish. More than half the catch is sold as fried fish. A range of people, including two children, in a fish and chip shop

Pike Place market and Puget Sound, Seattle, Washington State, United States of America, North America

Cape Coast, Ghana, Africa

Neyland Fish Platform, Pembrokeshire, c. 1910
A view of GWR company servants unloading fish crates from the rail link at Neyland in Pembrokeshire, c.1910. The fishing industry boomed in the area from 1908 until World War I caused many ships to

Billingsgate Market / R&p
BILLINGSGATE FISH MARKET A busy day at the largest fish market in the East End of London

Greater weever, Trachinus draco (Greater weaver or sting-bull, Trachinus major)
FLO4613879 Greater weever, Trachinus draco (Greater weaver or sting-bull, Trachinus major). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Salmon Fishing, Ridgepool, Ballina, Co Mayo, Ireland

Northern Bahamas, Caribbean. Fish and coral

The European eel (Anguilla anguilla)
Illustration of the European eel (Anguilla anguilla)

Aquarium Chromolithograph 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

Coelacanth, Latimera chalumnae, side view

Gothenburg, Sweden - The Fish Hall at the Fish Market Date: circa 1905

Two scuba divers, giant moray (Gymnothorax javanicus) with open mouth, and coral reef, Ras Mohammed National Park, Red Sea, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Hemiscyllium ocellatum, epaulette shark
Ff. 56. Pencil sketch by Herman Dietrich Sporing made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

Indonesia, Raja Ampat. Yellowtail fusilier fish swim past sea whip coral

Horrors, my wife! by Webster Murray
Wife tracks her husband down, under the sea in a diving suit having an affair with attractive mermaid. Date: 1928

Scotch Fishwives at work - Eyemouth
Scotch Fisher Lassies at work - Eyemouth in Berwickshire, in the Scottish Borders. Standing by the herring barrels Date: circa 1907

Green turtles (Chelonia mydas) resting on the seabed. This turtle is found in warm tropical waters. It is herbivorous and feeds on algae and sea grasses

Coloured X-ray of two seahorses, Hippocampus sp
Seahorses. Coloured X-ray of two seahorses, Hippocampus sp. positioned back to back. A seahorse is a type of fish. The external bony skeleton consists of rings around the head, trunk

The Fishmongers Shop

Grand Manan Island, Canada
Fish Wharves and Warehouses, Seal Cove, Great Manan Island, New Brunswick, Canada

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"From Hogarth's Beer Street to the Dreamtime: Exploring the Global Fascination with Fish" Dive into a world of art and culture as we explore the captivating theme of fish. From William Hogarth's iconic painting "Beer Street, " where fish symbolize prosperity, to Aboriginal art in Australia depicting fish from the Dreamtime, these aquatic creatures have captured human imagination for centuries. Travel back in time to ancient Pompeii, where a mesmerizing mosaic showcases Roman seafood delicacies. Marvel at Newfoundland's rich history, where cod fishing has shaped its identity and economy for generations. Embark on a journey to Cape Town's V & A Waterfront, framed by the majestic Table Mountain, offering breathtaking views while enjoying delectable seafood dishes. Transport yourself to late 1800s Cornwall, witnessing locals tucking pilchards at Cadgwith Harbor - a testament to their deep connection with fishing traditions. Discover Saint Anthony of Padua preaching to fishes in an enchanting tale that highlights humanity's spiritual bond with nature. Explore geological strata from the 19th century, unraveling Earth's history through fossilized remains found within layers of rock. Immerse yourself in Craster harbor’s picturesque scenery in Northumberland, England – a haven for fishermen seeking bountiful catches amidst Europe’s coastal beauty. Join Ernest Hemingway on his legendary fishing adventures that inspired generations of anglers worldwide. Lastly, indulge your sense of whimsy with William Heath Robinson’s imaginative artwork featuring an amusingly complex contraption designed for catching fish – proving that even humor can be found within our fascination with these aquatic wonders. Fish transcend borders and cultures; they are not merely sustenance but symbols of abundance and inspiration throughout history. So whether you're admiring masterpieces or casting your own line into tranquil waters – let us celebrate this enduring connection between humans and fish across time and continents.