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Seadragon and striped cowfish
Common seadragon or weedy seadragon, Phyllopteryx taeniolatus and striped cowfish, Aracana aurita. (Superb dragon, Phyllopteryx foliatus, and ostracian, Aracana avrita.) Chromolithograph after an illustration by Louisa Anne Meredith from her book Tasmanian Friends and Foes, Feathered, Furred and Finned, Marcus Ward, London, 1881
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Media ID 23388866
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1881 Anne Cowfish Entomology Feathered Finned Foes Friends Furred Ichthyology Louisa Meredith Ruby Scientist Scorpaena Striped Tasmania Tasmanian Tortoiseshell Twamley Scorpionfish Seadragon
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Bring the underwater wonders of the Pacific Ocean into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. Feast your eyes on this stunning image of a Seadragon and Striped Cowfish, captured by the skilled lens of Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. The Seadragon, with its intricate camouflage, blends effortlessly into the seaweed, while the vibrant Striped Cowfish adds a burst of color. These beautifully printed photographs are not just art pieces, but a window into the rich marine biodiversity. Add this captivating duo to your collection and let their story unfold in your space.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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.
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This chromolithograph depicts two remarkable marine creatures, the Common Seadragon (Phyllopteryx taeniolatus) and the Striped Cowfish (Aracana aurita), found in the waters of Tasmania. The Seadragon, also known as the Weedy Seadragon or Superb Dragon, is a master of camouflage, using its leafy appendages to blend in with the underwater vegetation. The Striped Cowfish, also called the Ostracian, is adorned with vibrant colors and intricate patterns, offering a stark contrast to the Seadragon's subtle disguise. The illustration is taken from the book "Tasmanian Friends and Foes, Feathered, Furred and Finned" by the talented Australian artist and naturalist, Louisa Anne Meredith. Published in 1881 by Marcus Ward in London, this work showcases a wide array of Tasmanian flora and fauna, including various fish species, such as the Red Cod (Scorpaena papillosa), the Handfish (Thymichthys politus), the Ruby Fish (Chaetodactylus ruber), and the Scorpionfish (Scorpaena cruenta). Louisa Anne Meredith was a trailblazing woman in the fields of ichthyology, botany, and entomology. Her passion for the natural world shines through in her detailed and accurate illustrations, which continue to captivate and inspire us today. This image, in particular, highlights the rich biodiversity of Tasmanian waters and the importance of preserving these unique ecosystems for future generations to enjoy.
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