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Fishermen catching eels, Europe, 18th century
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Fishermen catching eels, Europe, 18th century
Fishermen catching eels in a net, while another spears one from a boat, Europe, 18th century. Handcolored copperplate engraving 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 18th century handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, depicts a scene of dedicated European fishermen engaged in the ancient art of eeling. The image captures the essence of a traditional eeling technique, which involved the use of both nets and spears. In the foreground, fishermen can be seen wading in shallow waters, skillfully maneuvering their nets to ensnare eels. The intricate design of the net, with its fine mesh and wooden hoops, is expertly rendered in the engraving. The eels, with their long, sinuous bodies and distinctive, slimy skin, can be seen wriggling in the net, their bodies glistening in the water. Meanwhile, in the background, a fisherman in a small boat deftly spears an eel that has been momentarily stunned by a companion's net. The boat, with its simple, wooden construction and oars at the ready, adds to the authenticity of the scene. This engraving, created by the skilled hand of an anonymous engraver, is a testament to the rich natural history of Europe during the 18th century. Wilhelm, a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist, was a leading figure in the field of ichthyology during this time, and his encyclopedia was a groundbreaking work that documented the diverse marine creatures of Europe and beyond. This image, with its meticulous attention to detail and its evocative portrayal of a traditional fishing technique, remains a fascinating window into the past.
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