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An exquisite 19th-century engraving depicting a variety of fish, rendered with the meticulous detail characteristic of German natural history illustration. …
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An exquisite 19th-century engraving depicting a variety of fish, rendered with the meticulous detail characteristic of German natural history illustration. The fine linework and scientific accuracy capture the fascinating diversity of aquatic life, making it a captivating specimen of late Victorian engraving.
Circa 1880, this original period work was produced during a time of immense public curiosity regarding the natural world and the advancement of ichthyology.
Hand-colored engraving on aged paper, presented in a clean white mat and housed in a sleek gold-leaf frame. Rooted in the Victorian tradition of scientific illustration, this piece reflects the era's dedication to documenting the natural world with both artistic grace and academic precision.
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- Dimensions
- 23.5ʺW × 0.75ʺD × 20ʺH
- Styles
- Realism
- Art Subjects
- Animals
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good overall condition. Good overall condition. less
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