Metal Print : Wills cigarette card - Greater & Lesser Sand Eels
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Wills cigarette card - Greater & Lesser Sand Eels
Wills cigarette card - Greater & Lesser Sand Eels. Date: circa 1935
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Media ID 14379938
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Peter & Dawn Cope Collection
Cigarette Eels Greater Lesser Sand Wills 1935 Anon
14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Bring a piece of historical marine life art into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the Wills cigarette card - Greater & Lesser Sand Eels. This stunning vintage illustration, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate details of these fascinating creatures. Our high-quality metal prints are not only eye-catching but also durable, ensuring your artwork remains vibrant and protected for years to come. Add a touch of nostalgia and underwater wonder to any room with this unique and captivating piece.
Our Metal Prints feature rounded corners and rear fixings for easy wall mounting. Images are directly printed onto a lightweight, high quality 5mm thick, durable metallic surface for a vivid and vibrant finish. Available in 2 sizes, 28x35cm (14x11) and 50x40cm (20x16). The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing vintage photograph features a beautifully detailed illustration of Greater and Lesser Sand Eels, showcasing the unique characteristics of these elusive marine creatures. The image is taken from a Wills cigarette card, dating back to approximately 1935. The card's design showcases the eels in their natural habitat, with the Greater Sand Eel (Ichthyomyzon fossilis) depicted on the left and the Lesser Sand Eel (Amyglocles Hexapterus) on the right. The Greater Sand Eel is easily distinguishable by its larger size and more prominent dorsal fin, while the Lesser Sand Eel is smaller and has a more subtle dorsal fin. Both eels are expertly rendered in this illustration, with their sinuous bodies and expressive eyes capturing the viewer's attention. The artist behind this stunning work remains anonymous, but their talent is evident in the meticulous attention to detail and lifelike quality of the eels. The use of muted colors and shading adds depth and texture to the image, making it a true standout in the collection of Wills cigarette cards. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the world of marine life as it was understood and depicted during the early 20th century. The Greater and Lesser Sand Eels may be small creatures, but they are a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, and this photograph is a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating that diversity for future generations.
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