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Tench, ide, gibel carp and Indian humphead
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Tench, ide, gibel carp and Indian humphead
Tench, Tinca tinca 1, ide, Leuciscus idus 2, gibel carp, Carassius auratus auratus 3, and Indian humphead, Kurtus indicus 4. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1792
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, titled "Tench, Ide, Gibel Carp, and Indian Humphead," is an exquisite illustration from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar, Germany, in 1792. The illustration showcases a harmonious arrangement of five distinct species of fish: Tench (Tinca tinca, 1), Ide (Leuciscus idus, 2), Gibel Carp (Carassius auratus auratus, 3), and Indian Humphead (Kurtus indicus, 4). The Tench, a freshwater fish native to Europe, is depicted in the top left corner, with a vibrant green body adorned with dark spots. The Ide, also known as the European Chub, is illustrated in the top right corner, featuring a golden body with dark spots and a distinctive barbel under its lower jaw. The Gibel Carp, or Crucian Carp, is shown in the lower left corner, with its distinctive red-orange coloration and a dark lateral line. The Indian Humphead, a large, freshwater fish native to India, is illustrated in the lower right corner, displaying its impressive hump on its forehead and a prominent barbel under its lower jaw. This intricately detailed illustration is a testament to the artistry and naturalistic accuracy of 18th-century ichthyological illustrations. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the world of freshwater fish as it was understood during that time. The hand-coloring adds an extra layer of beauty and realism, making this engraving a true treasure for anyone interested in fish, natural history, or the history of illustration.
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