Poster Print : Ring wrasse, Hologymnosus annulatus
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Ring wrasse, Hologymnosus annulatus
Ring wrasse, Hologymnosus annulatus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14218493
© Florilegius / Mary Evans
Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Polydore Ring Shaw Wrasse
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Bring the underwater world into your home or office with our stunning Ring Wrasse Poster Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring a captivating image of this vibrant and intricately patterned fish, taken from an original handcolored copperplate engraving by George Shaw and Frederick Nodder, published in The Naturalist's Miscellany in 1812. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this print is a beautiful addition to any space, evoking the natural history and artistry of the past while adding a touch of the ocean's wonders to the present. Order yours today and bring a piece of marine history into your home.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious glossy or matte 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 84.6cm x 40.2cm (33.3" x 15.8")
Estimated Product Size is 84.6cm x 59.6cm (33.3" x 23.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisitely handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the vibrant and intricately patterned Ring Wrasse, Hologymnosus annulatus. The Ring Wrasse is a beautiful and highly sought-after reef fish native to the Indian and Pacific Oceans. In this stunning illustration from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in 1812, the fish is depicted swimming gracefully among lush coral formations. Richard Polydore Nodder (1787-1845) was a prolific English naturalist, artist, and engraver, known for his meticulous attention to detail and exceptional skill in the art of copperplate engraving. He collaborated with George Shaw (1751-1813), a prominent English naturalist and writer, on numerous publications, including The Naturalist's Miscellany. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a series of natural history publications that featured a wide range of subjects, from botany and zoology to mineralogy and geology. Each volume contained numerous handcolored plates, produced using the copperplate engraving technique, which allowed for exceptional detail and clarity. This particular illustration of the Ring Wrasse is a testament to the artists' and engravers' mastery of their craft. The fish's shimmering scales, intricate patterns, and lifelike details are rendered with remarkable accuracy and artistry. The coral formations in the background are equally impressive, with their delicate branches and varied colors adding depth and texture to the image. Today, this historical illustration serves as an important record of natural history and a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world. It also offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the world of natural history research and publication during the early 19th century.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.