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Forkbeard, Phycis phycis, and fivebeard rockling
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Forkbeard, Phycis phycis, and fivebeard rockling
Forkbeard, Phycis phycis, and fivebeard rockling, Ciliata mustela.. 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 stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, titled "Forkbeard, Phycis phycis, and Fivebeard Rockling, Ciliata mustela," is an exquisite example of natural history illustration from the early 19th century. Created by French artist Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845), this illustration was published by F.G. Levrault and appeared in Jussieu's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles between 1816 and 1830. Pretre, who began his career as a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo, later became an artist at the Museum of Natural History in Paris. The illustration depicts two species of fish: the Forkbeard, Phycis phycis, and the Fivebeard Rockling, Ciliata mustela. The Forkbeard, also known as the Atlantic hake or the common hake, is a large, flatfish with a distinctive forked tail and a mottled, grayish-brown color. The Fivebeard Rockling, on the other hand, is a small, round, brownish-gray fish with five barbels under its chin. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this engraving are a testament to the skill and artistry of Pretre and the team of engravers, including Massard, who executed the engraving under the direction of Turpin. The use of stipple engraving, a technique that involves the application of small dots of ink to create shading and texture, adds depth and dimension to the image. This beautiful illustration not only showcases the natural history of these two fish species but also serves as a window into the past, providing a glimpse into the scientific curiosity and artistic prowess of the early 19th century.
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