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Alver, nase, Prussian carp, and fishing
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Alver, nase, Prussian carp, and fishing
Alver, Alburnus alburnus 179, nase, Chondrostoma nasus 181, Prussian carp, Carassius gibelio 182, and fishermen enjoying fishing on the Seine at Paris with rod, line, hook and nets. Handcolored copperplate engraving after Jacob Nilson from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804. Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist known as the German Buffon
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This handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, published in Augsburg in 1804, showcases an idyllic scene on the Seine River at Paris where fishermen are engrossed in their pursuit of three distinct species of fish: Alver (Alburnus alburnus), Nase (Chondrostoma nasus), and Prussian Carp (Carassius gibelio). The Alver, also known as the European whitefish, is a freshwater fish with a slender body and a prominent dorsal fin. The Nase, or European stone loach, is a small, eel-like fish with a brownish-yellow color and a distinctive barbel under its snout. The Prussian Carp, or Crucian carp, is a popular freshwater fish with a distinctive red eye and a rounded, compact body. The fishermen in the scene are armed with rods, lines, hooks, and nets, each employing different techniques to catch their quarry. The serene waters of the Seine reflect the sun-kissed sky, adding to the picturesque beauty of the scene. The engraving is a testament to the natural history of the time, meticulously documented by Wilhelm, a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist, who was known as the German Buffon. This enchanting image provides a glimpse into the past, evoking a sense of tranquility and connection with nature.
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