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Atlantic thread herring, Opisthonema oglinum
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Atlantic thread herring, Opisthonema oglinum
Atlantic thread herring, Opisthonema oglinum, and European anchovy, Engraulis encrasicolus.. 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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This exquisite handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, titled "Atlantic Thread Herring and European Anchovy," is a stunning example of natural history illustration from the early 19th century. The illustration is taken from Jussieu's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles, published by F.G. Levrault between 1816 and 1830. The illustration was produced by a team of skilled artisans, including painter of natural history Jean Gabriel Pretre, engraver Massard, and director Turpin. The engraving depicts two species of small, elongated fish: the Atlantic thread herring, Opisthonema oglinum, and the European anchovy, Engraulis encrasicolus. The Atlantic thread herring is shown on the left, its slender body adorned with delicate, shimmering threads. The European anchovy, on the right, displays a more robust build and a metallic sheen. Both fish are depicted in their natural environment, surrounded by the intricate patterns of the ocean floor. Jean Gabriel Pretre was a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later became the artist to the Museum of Natural History in Paris. His meticulous attention to detail is evident in this engraving, which captures the unique features and characteristics of these two fish species with remarkable accuracy and artistry. The use of the copperplate stipple engraving technique adds an additional layer of intricacy and depth to the illustration, making it a valuable and beautiful addition to any collection of natural history art.
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