Photo Mug : Beautiful or red sparus, striped or cuckoo
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Beautiful or red sparus, striped or cuckoo
Beautiful or red sparus, striped or cuckoo wrasse, Labrus bimaculatus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1800
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Media ID 14218994
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Beautiful Cuckoo Formosus Frederick Labrus Miscellany Mixtus Naturalist Nodder Polydore Shaw Sparus Striped Wrasse Bimaculatus
Photo Mug
Bring the vibrant colors and intricate details of underwater life into your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring the stunning handcolored copperplate engraving, "Beautiful or red sparus, striped or cuckoo" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, these mugs showcase the captivating world of Labrus bimaculatus, the striped or cuckoo wrasse. Each mug holds your favorite beverage while adding a touch of natural beauty to your day. Perfect for marine enthusiasts, nature lovers, or anyone who appreciates the art of fine engravings. Embrace the underwater adventure with every sip.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the vibrant and intricately patterned Beautiful or Red Sparus, also known as the Striped or Cuckoo Wrasse (Labrus bimaculatus). The fish is depicted in its full splendor, with its distinctive red and white stripes adorning its body, and its large, expressive eyes gazing directly at the viewer. The Beautiful or Red Sparus is a species of wrasse native to the Mediterranean and the eastern Atlantic Ocean. They are often found in rocky areas and reefs, and are known for their unique behavior of mimicking the coloration and patterns of other fish to blend in with their surroundings. This ability to camouflage, also known as "mimicry," is a common adaptation among wrasse species and helps them to evade predators and catch prey more effectively. This engraving is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in London in the year 1800. Shaw and Nodder were renowned naturalists and illustrators of their time, and their work was highly regarded for its accuracy and beauty. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a collection of engravings of various plants, animals, and minerals, and was intended to be a valuable resource for naturalists and collectors. The handcoloring of this engraving adds an extra layer of detail and depth, bringing the Beautiful or Red Sparus to life and showcasing its stunning colors and patterns in all their glory. This historical artifact is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, and serves as a reminder of the important role that naturalists and illustrators played in documenting and preserving the natural history of our planet.
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