Mark Catesby Engraving, "Puddingwife Wrasse and Carolina Whiting Fish"

Details

Description

Mark Catesby (British, 1683-1749) Engraving of "Puddingwife Wrasse and a Carolina Whiting Fish". Catesby was a highly celebrated naturalist and … Read more Mark Catesby (British, 1683-1749) Engraving of "Puddingwife Wrasse and a Carolina Whiting Fish". Catesby was a highly celebrated naturalist and artist of the period. His hand-colored engravings are admired for their rich colors, and combination of scientific accuracy with artistic charm. This engraving originates from Catesby's publication, 'The Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and the Bahama Islands'. Engraving on paper depicts two fish from the coastal waters of the American colonies. The upper specimen, labeled "Turdus & c." and lower specimen, labeled "Alburnus". This composition showcases two fish arranged horizontally, emphasizing scale, texture, and anatomical detail. The upper fish is rendered in more subdued hand coloring with luminous blues, yellows, and warm ochres, while the lower fish is in more subdued, naturalistic tones, creating a striking visual contrast.
This is a versatile statement piece for modern interiors. It is perfect for coastal or nautical-inspired spaces, and works beautifully as standalone artwork or on a gallery wall. This striking fish engraving complements contemporary, traditional, transitional, or modern eclectic decor, bringing both scholarly heritage and visual drama to any interior. See less