Prepared Shellfish Collection

Land crab engraving 1888
Illustrated Natural History of the Three Kingdoms Illustrierte Naturgeschichte der drei Reiche Franz StrAÔé¼ssles - Wilhelm Nitzschke, Stuttgart 1888

Horseshoe Crab engraving 1888
Illustrated Natural History of the Three Kingdoms Illustrierte Naturgeschichte der drei Reiche Franz StrAÔé¼ssles - Wilhelm Nitzschke, Stuttgart 1888

Crayfish engraving 1888
Illustrated Natural History of the Three Kingdoms Illustrierte Naturgeschichte der drei Reiche Franz StrAÔé¼ssles - Wilhelm Nitzschke, Stuttgart 1888

Common prawn engraving 1888
Illustrated Natural History of the Three Kingdoms Illustrierte Naturgeschichte der drei Reiche Franz StrAÔé¼ssles - Wilhelm Nitzschke, Stuttgart 1888

Shrimp crustacean 1888
Illustrated Natural History of the Three Kingdoms Illustrierte Naturgeschichte der drei Reiche Franz StrAÔé¼ssles - Wilhelm Nitzschke, Stuttgart 1888

Crab and Lobster 1851
The Natural History of the Sacred Scriptures, and Guide to General Zoology By W.I. Bicknell London and New York - John Tallis and Company 1851

Freshwater lobster engraving 1870
Illustrated Catalogue of the Museum Comparative Zoology no. 3

Crayfish claws engraving 1870
Illustrated Catalogue of the Museum Comparative Zoology no. 3

Crawdad engraving 1870
Illustrated Catalogue of the Museum Comparative Zoology no. 3

Freswater Lobster engraving 1870
Illustrated Catalogue of the Museum Comparative Zoology no. 3

Crawfish engraving 1870
Illustrated Catalogue of the Museum Comparative Zoology no. 3

Astacidae Crawfish engraving 1870
Illustrated Catalogue of the Museum Comparative Zoology no. 3

Crayfish engraving 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon

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"Delightfully Delectable: A Journey into the World of Prepared Shellfish" Step back in time with us as we explore the fascinating world of prepared shellfish, a culinary tradition that has stood the test of time. From an enchanting land crab engraving dating back to 1888 to La Fontaine's timeless fable, "The Oyster and its Claimants, " these hints offer a glimpse into the rich history surrounding these delectable treasures from the sea. Imagine yourself transported to a bygone era as you feast your eyes on exquisite crayfish engraving from 1888 or marvel at the intricate details captured in a horseshoe crab engraving of the same year. These illustrations serve as reminders that our love affair with shellfish spans centuries. Intriguingly, even renowned literary figures like La Fontaine recognized the allure of shellfish. His fable tells a tale of oysters and their many claimants, highlighting their coveted status throughout history, and is no wonder that they continue to captivate our palates today. As we delve deeper into this captivating realm, we encounter engravings showcasing common prawns and shrimp crustaceans from 1888 - creatures both delicate and flavorful. The artistry displayed in these depictions only further emphasizes their significance in culinary traditions around the world. No exploration would be complete without acknowledging crabs and lobsters - esteemed members of this distinguished family. An enchanting illustration from 1851 showcases their unique beauty while freshwater lobster engravings dating back to 1870 remind us that shellfish can thrive beyond saltwater shores. Let us not forget about crayfish claws. Engraved delicately in 1870, they symbolize strength intertwined with elegance – qualities mirrored within each succulent bite. And finally, we encounter crawdads or astacidae crawfish; another name for freshwater lobsters depicted beautifully through an engraving from 1870.