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Snipe or trumpet fish, Macroramphosus scolopax
Snipe or trumpet fish, Macroramphosus scolopax, and Grooved razorfish, Centriscus scutatus.. 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 Naturelles Pretre Reptile Sciences Scolopax Scutatus Snipe Stipple Trumpet Grooved Razorfish
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: a stunning design featuring the Snipe or Trumpet Fish (Macroramphosus scolopax). This exquisite card showcases a handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles, published between 1816 and 1830. The Snipe or Trumpet Fish, with its unique elongated snout and vibrant colors, is sure to captivate the attention of any marine life enthusiast. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just to brighten someone's day, this beautifully detailed greeting card is a must-have for your collection. Let the underwater world come to you with this elegant and thoughtful gesture.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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, published by F. G. Levrault between 1816 and 1830, showcases three intriguing fish species: the Snipe or Trumpet Fish (Macroramphosus scolopax), the Grooved Razorfish (Centriscus scutatus), and the Hippolyte Cloquet (name not provided in the caption). The illustration was created by the skilled artist Jean Gabriel Pretre, who was a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later became an artist at the Museum of Natural History. The Snipe or Trumpet Fish, depicted in the center of the print, is identified by its distinctive elongated snout and vibrant colors. This tropical marine fish is known for its ability to change color and shape to blend in with its surroundings, making it an excellent camouflage. To the left of the Snipe or Trumpet Fish, the Grooved Razorfish can be seen. Its body is adorned with small, raised ridges, and it possesses venomous spines along its dorsal and pectoral fins. This fish is a common inhabitant of the Indo-Pacific region and is known for its aggressive behavior towards other fish. The identity of the third fish, the Hippolyte Cloquet, is unknown without further information. However, it is depicted with a striking red and white coloration and a large, protruding lower jaw. This beautiful and intricate engraving, engraved by Massard under the direction of Turpin, is a testament to the remarkable detail and artistry of natural history illustrations during this period. The use of handcoloring adds an extra layer of depth and vibrancy to the already stunning artwork.
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