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Silver moony, Monodactylus argenteus, and pompano
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Silver moony, Monodactylus argenteus, and pompano
Silver moony, Monodactylus argenteus, and pompano, Trachinotus ovatus.. 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 "Silver Moony, Monodactylus argenteus, and Pompano, Trachinotus ovatus," is an exquisite example of natural history illustration from the early 19th century. The illustration was created by Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845), a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later the artist to the Museum of Natural History in Paris. The engraving was executed by Massard, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault. The illustration features two distinct species of aquatic life: the Silver Moony, Monodactylus argenteus, and the Pompano, Trachinotus ovatus. The Silver Moony, also known as the Silver Hippo Fish or Silver Gar, is a unique reptile-like fish with a single garrison on its limb-like fins, allowing it to move easily on land. The Pompano, on the other hand, is a common tropical fish with a streamlined body and distinctive silver scales. The intricate details of the fish's scales, fins, and gills are beautifully rendered in this handcolored engraving, showcasing the exceptional skill of the artist and engraver. The use of stipple engraving, a technique that involves dotting the surface of the plate with a sharp tool to create tonal variations, adds depth and texture to the image. This engraving is from Jussieu's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles, published between 1816 and 1830. The Dictionnaire was a comprehensive reference work on natural history, featuring illustrations of various plants, animals, and minerals. This particular engraving is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and scientific accuracy that characterized natural history illustration during this period. Today, this beautiful work of art is a valuable historical artifact, providing a glimpse into the natural world as it was understood over two centuries ago.
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