Vintage Fish Illustrations

A collection of historical fish drawings showcasing various species, detailed anatomy, and artistic techniques from the 18th and 19th centuries.

Finch, Johannes le Francq van Berkhey, 1749, draughtsman: Johannes le Francq van Berkhey, 1749, paper, brush, pen, h 78 mm × w 178 mm

Finch, Johannes le Francq van Berkhey, 1749, draughtsman: Johannes le Francq van Berkhey, 1749, paper, brush, pen, h 78 mm × w 178 mm

The orfie, or petinbuaba.... Prints, Illustrations. 1745 - 1747. Rare Book Division

1-5. Cheonda cooperi, Vancouver Chub; 6-9. Cyprinoid (undetermined).. Suckley, George (1830-1869). Prints, Botanical illustrations, Illustrations. 1860. General Research Division. Natural history , United States

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Gymnarchus and Mormyrus - fish living in the Nile; Unknown, Rifaud, Jean-Jacques (1786-1852), Michel de Roissy, Olivier Anselme Félix (Paris; Litographic Plant; Fl. 1830-1856); 1830 (1830-00-00-1830-00-00);

Anatomy of a fish, showing skeleton, internal organs and gills. Lithograph by St. Schillinger from Lorenz Oken's Universal Natural History, Allgemeine Naturgeschichte fur alle Stande, Stuttgart, 1839.

Sapphire damsel, Pomacentrus pavo, pavone di mare 1, and harlequin sweetlips, Plectorhinchus chaetodonoides, Plettorinco chetodonoides 2. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century.

Tetrodon ocellatus.. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1787. Rare Book Division. Fishes

1. Ophidium Barbatum; 2. Ophidium aculeatum., 1785 - 1797., Berlin. Publisher, chez l'auteur., 1785 - 1797. Fishes

Esox osseus, The Gar-Fish.. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1797. Rare Book Division. Fishes

Roughhead grenadier or onion-eye grenadier, Macrourus berglax 1 and hollowsnout grenadier, Coelorinchus caelorhincus (Lepidoleprus coelorhinchus) 2. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century.

Cottus Scorpius, The Father Lascher.. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1785. Rare Book Division. Fishes

Striped threadfin, Polydactylus plebeius, and bluefish, Pomatomus saltatrix. Polinemo plebeo, Cheilodittero ettacanto. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century.

Scomber Sarda, The Scale-breast.. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1797. Rare Book Division. Fishes

European perch, Perca fluviatilis 1, and fishermen fishing with rods, velvet worm, Peripatus iuliformis 2, lacewing, Perla marginata 3, and pearl oyster, Isognomon isognomum 4. Perche, Peripate, Perle, Perne. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39..

Paradoxical frog, Pseudis paradoxa, tadpole stage. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," London, 1798. Most of the 1,064 illustrations of animals, birds, insects, crustaceans, fishes, marine life and microscopic creatures were drawn by George Shaw, Frederick Nodder and Richard Nodder, and engraved and published by the Nodder family. Frederick drew and engraved many of the copperplates until his death around 1800, and son Richard (1774~1823) was responsible for the plates signed RN or RPN. Richard exhibited at the Royal Academy and became botanic painter to King George III.

Two fish and a cross-section of their gills. Etching by J. Curtis.

Dictionnaire des sciences naturelles, Strasbourg, Paris, F. G. Levrault, Le Normant, 1816-1830, shark, This illustration features a detailed depiction of two related species from the class of fish known as Plagiostomes. On the left, the fish is shown in a side view, showcasing its elongated, streamlined body and prominent snout. The right side presents a close-up of its head, highlighting the unique dental structures and anatomical features essential for its feeding habits. The accompanying labels identify the species, enhancing the clarity of the scientific representation. The design epitomizes the study of ichthyology, emphasizing the intricacies of marine biology and fish anatomy.

A history of the fishes of the British Islands, 1862-65, Great Britain, fishes, The illustration features a detailed study of various species of lampreys, showcasing their distinct forms and characteristics. At the top, the elongated L. planeri's lamprey is depicted with intricate linework highlighting its unique anatomy. Below it, the L. fluviatilis lamprey is presented, also emphasizing its slender shape. The third specimen, L. noreae, is showcased with specific attention to its fin structure. Finally, the smallest lamprey, labeled as L. lanceolatus, is illustrated, demonstrating its streamlined body. Each specimen is carefully labeled and positioned to highlight the diversity within this group of jawless fish, often noted for their parasitic nature and unique life cycle. The

Banded grunt, Pomadasys furcatus 1, and squirrelfish, Holocentrus ascensionis 2. Pristipomo asta, Olocentro sogo. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century.

Pleuronectes Platessa, The Plaise.. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1785. Rare Book Division. Fishes

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Cyclapterus lumpus. Cycloptère Lompe Classic Dictionary of Natural Sciences: presenting the definition, analysis and history of all beings that make up the three kingdoms, their general application to the arts, agriculture, medicine, domestic economy, etc. / w zbiór plansz z różnych albumów historii Naturalnej Delpierre, P.J., Meline, Cans et Compagnie.

ATLAS OF THE PHYSICAL AND POLITICAL HISTORY OF CHILE, 1854. Author: GAY CLAUDIO. Location: BIBLIOTECA NACIONAL-COLECCION. MADRID. SPAIN.

232. The Spotted Cybium (Cybium maculatum). 233. The Spotted Caranx (Caranx punctatus). 234. The Sugeon (Acanthurus phlebotomus).. De Kay, James E. (James Ellsworth), 1792-1851. Prints, Illustrations. 1842 - 1844. Rare Book Division

1. Hèterobranche Harmont. Heterobranchus eel. 2. Electric Malapter. Malaptterurus electricus. card comes from: Classic Dictionary of Natural Sciences: Presenting the Definition, Analysis and History of All Beings That Make Up The Three Kingdoms, Their General Application To The Arts, Agriculture, Medicine, To The Domestic Economy, etc. .. . Pierre Auguste Joseph Sprack (1778 1856) in A collection of boards from various albums of natural history Desmares, F.J., Meline, Cans et Compagnie.

Uranoscopus Scaber, The Star-Gazer.. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1787. Rare Book Division. Fishes

Mediterranean Remora; Indian Remora.. Shaw, George (1751-1813). Prints, Scientific illustrations. 1809. General Research Division. Animals, Zoology

Beautiful sparus, Red sparus or Striped wrasse, cuckoo wrasse. Labrus bimaculatus, L. mixtus (Sparus formosus). Illustration signed S (George Shaw).. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany" 1790.. Frederick Polydore Nodder (1751~1801) was a gifted natural history artist and engraver. Nodder honed his draftsmanship working on Captain Cook and Joseph Banks' Florilegium and engraving Sydney Parkinson's sketches of Australian plants. He was made "botanic painter to her majesty" Queen Charlotte in 1785. Nodder also drew the botanical studies in Thomas Martyn's Flora Rustica (1792) and 38 Plates (1799). Most of the 1,064 illustrations of animals, birds, insects, crustaceans, fishes, marine life and microscopic creatures for the Naturalist's Miscellany were drawn, engraved and published by Frederick Nodder's family. Frederick himself drew and engraved many of the copperplates until his death. His wife Elizabeth is credited as pu

Tetrodon leneatus, The Striped Globe.. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1787. Rare Book Division. Fishes

Anatomy of snakes: eight figures, including scales, a fang, the tails of a boa and a columber snake, and the heads of three species, including a rattle snake, all shown with open jaws. Line engraving after a drawing by S. Edwards (), 1809.

Johnius Aneus, The Aney.. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1797. Rare Book Division. Fishes

The Arcturus Adventure, New York, 1926, Galapagos Islands, marine animals, scientific expeditions, Cocos Island, Costa Rica, description and travel, Woods Hole, Arcturus ship, Dwight Franklin, Argyropelecus, Sternoptyx, The illustration showcases two distinct species of fish, labeled as Fig. A and Fig. B. Fig. A depicts a fish with a prominent bulging structure on its head, characterized by a smooth body and a rounded shape. Its scales are illustrated with fine detail, emphasizing the texture and pattern unique to the species. Fig. B features a more angular body shape, adorned with pronounced scales and a distinctive dorsal fin. This fish has a slightly protruding jaw and large eyes, contributing to its unique appearance. Both specimens are rendered with a focus on anatomical accuracy, demonstrating their features in a meticulous style.

Megrim or whiff, Lepidorhombus whiffiagonis (Pleuronectes megastoma). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J. Rivington, London, 1802-1808.

Unknown fish (mislabeled dolphin), balance fish or hammerhead, Sphyrma species, and blue shark, Prionace glauca. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Jacques de Seve from James Smith Barrs edition of Comte Buffons Natural History, A Theory of the Earth, General History of Man, Brute Creation, Vegetables, Minerals, T. Gillet, H. D. Symonds, Paternoster Row, London, 1808.

Montagu's sea snail, Liparis montagui (Diminutive lumpsucker, Cyclopterus montagui). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J. Rivington, London, 1802-1808.

Eastern shovelnose ray, Aptychotrema rostrata. Illustration signed RN (Richard Nodder).. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany" 1794.. Frederick Polydore Nodder (1751~1801) was a gifted natural history artist and engraver. Nodder honed his draftsmanship working on Captain Cook and Joseph Banks' Florilegium and engraving Sydney Parkinson's sketches of Australian plants. He was made "botanic painter to her majesty" Queen Charlotte in 1785. Nodder also drew the botanical studies in Thomas Martyn's Flora Rustica (1792) and 38 Plates (1799). Most of the 1,064 illustrations of animals, birds, insects, crustaceans, fishes, marine life and microscopic creatures for the Naturalist's Miscellany were drawn, engraved and published by Frederick Nodder's family. Frederick himself drew and engraved many of the copperplates until his death. His wife Elizabeth is credited as publisher on the volumes after 1801. Their son Richard Polydore

Scomber Scomber, The Mackerel. 1785 - 1797. Published in Berlin by chez l'auteur. Fishes

Historiae naturalis de quadrupedibus libri Amstelodami Apud Ioannem Iacobi Fil. Schipper MDCLVII Animals Birds Insects Pre-Linnean works Snakes Zoology, This illustration displays a collection of various fish species arranged in a systematic manner. The fish are labeled with their common names, showcasing a diverse array of forms and sizes. Each specimen is depicted with attention to detail, highlighting features such as fins, scales, and body shapes. The arrangement appears to follow a scientific classification, possibly highlighting differences in anatomy or habitat. The overall presentation serves as a historical reference to the study of ichthyology, reflecting the artistic style and scientific understanding of marine life from its time.

Dictionnaire des sciences naturelles, Strasbourg, Paris, F. G. Levrault, Le Normant, 1816-1830., The illustration features two distinct fish species presented side by side. The upper fish is labeled 'Monacanthus velum,' showcasing a rounded body with prominent spines and a textured surface, highlighting its unique shape and detailing. The lower fish is named 'Triacanthus indicus,' characterized by its distinct triangular body and elongated fins. Both species are depicted with intricate line work, emphasizing their anatomical features, and are positioned against a simple background for clarity. The caption also notes the classification under 'Zoology' and 'Ichthyology,' reflecting a scientific study of fish.

Surinam toad, Pipa pipa, with eggs embedded in the skin. Rospo, Pipa del Surinam. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century.

Zander, sandre ordinaire, Sander lucioperca, and jarbua terapon, esclave Jarbua, Terapon jarbua. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's "Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles" 1816-1830. The volumes on fish and reptiles were edited by Hippolyte Cloquet, natural historian and doctor of medicine. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780~1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History.

Charles Alexandre Lesueur, C Aureolus, 1817 C. Aureolus

1-4. Acomus lactarius, Milk River Sucker; 5. Young of the same.. Suckley, George (1830-1869). Prints, Botanical illustrations, Illustrations. 1860. General Research Division. Natural history , United States

1-4. Mylocheilus frateculus; 5-8. Mylocheilus lateralis.. Suckley, George (1830-1869). Prints, Botanical illustrations, Illustrations. 1860. General Research Division. Natural history , United States

Poisson Plasza from the unknown album W A collection of boards from various albums of natural history unknown

Le règne animal distribué d'après son organisation Paris, 1836-1849 anatomy, comparative, animals, classification, identification, nomenclature, zoology, museum of comparative zoology, This illustration features a series of scientific representations of various species of eels. The top section displays a long, slender eel in a side view, showcasing its elongated body. The middle section provides a detailed cross-section of an eel, revealing its internal structure, including a focus on the digestive system. The lower section presents another eel, possibly highlighting different anatomical features. Each specimen is meticulously labeled with its corresponding scientific name and classification, illustrating the diversity among eel species in terms of morphology and anatomy.

Anatomie des Fisch, ein Karpfen, Querschnitt durch den Körper des Fisches, der die inneren Organe zeigt, Historisch, digital restaurierte Reproduktion von einer Vorlage aus dem 19. Jahrhundert.

Beak, foot, feather and claw of the brown kiwi, Apteryx australis. Vulnerable. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany" 1812. Most of the 1,064 illustrations of animals, birds, insects, crustaceans, fishes, marine life and microscopic creatures for the Naturalist's Miscellany were drawn by George Shaw, Frederick Nodder and Richard Nodder, and engraved and published by the Nodder family. Frederick drew and engraved many of the copperplates until his death around 1800, and son Richard (1774~1823) was responsible for the plates signed RN or RPN. Richard exhibited at the Royal Academy and became botanic painter to King George III.

Atlantic trumpetfish, Aulostomus maculatus (Aulostoma maculatum). Handcolored engraving by Oudet after an illustration by Frank from Charles d'Orbigny's "Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle" (Universal Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1849.

Spot-fin porcupinefish, Diodon hystrix. Illustration signed N (Frederick Nodder).. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany" 1793.. Frederick Polydore Nodder (1751~1801) was a gifted natural history artist and engraver. Nodder honed his draftsmanship working on Captain Cook and Joseph Banks' Florilegium and engraving Sydney Parkinson's sketches of Australian plants. He was made "botanic painter to her majesty" Queen Charlotte in 1785. Nodder also drew the botanical studies in Thomas Martyn's Flora Rustica (1792) and 38 Plates (1799). Most of the 1,064 illustrations of animals, birds, insects, crustaceans, fishes, marine life and microscopic creatures for the Naturalist's Miscellany were drawn, engraved and published by Frederick Nodder's family. Frederick himself drew and engraved many of the copperplates until his death. His wife Elizabeth is credited as publisher on the volumes after 1801. Their son Richard Polydore (1774

Le règne animal distribué d'après son organisation Paris, 1836-1849 Anatomy, Comparative, Animals, Classification, Identification, Nomenclature, Zoology, Museum of Comparative Zoology, An anatomical illustration showcasing a crocodilian specimen. The image features a detailed side view of a crocodile positioned above a skeletal representation, which highlights the structure of its spine and limbs. Additionally, there is a depiction of the skull from a top down perspective, providing insight into the cranial structure. The illustration is accompanied by annotations that offer biological insights, contributing to the understanding of the species' anatomy and evolutionary traits. The overall composition reflects a scientific approach to studying reptilian forms.

Mediterranean sand smelt, Atherina hepsetus 1, flathead grey mullet, Mugil cephalus 2,3, tropical two-wing flyingfish, Exocoetus volitans 4, flyingfish, Cheilopogon exsiliens 5, and African sailfin flying fish, Parexocoetus mento 6. Copperplate engraving by Thomas Milton from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme, Paternoster Row, London, February 11, 1809.

Benthodesmus elongatus (NZ) : Slender frostfish, 1874, Hokitika, by Frank Edward Clarke.

ATLAS OF THE PHYSICAL AND POLITICAL HISTORY OF CHILE, 1854. Author: GAY CLAUDIO. Location: BIBLIOTECA NACIONAL-COLECCION. MADRID. SPAIN.

Image from the diary of Carl Johan Gethe, a cartographer on board the Gotha Leyon, which left Sweden on a three year trading expedition in 1746. Gethe's diary or Dagbok is titled: Dagbok hallen pa resan till Ost Indien begynt den 18 octobr: 1746 och slutad den 20 juni 1749 or 'Diary of a journey to East India begun on 18 October 1746 and ending June 20, 1749'. The Swedish East India Company (Swedish: Svenska Ostindiska Companiet or SOIC) was founded in Gothenburg, Sweden, in 1731 for the purpose of conducting trade with the Far East, and grew to become the largest trading company in Sweden during the 18th century. It closed in 1813.

Skeleton of a Plesiosaurus dolichodeirus, extinct Jurassic marine sauropterygian reptile. Engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Oudart from Charles d'Orbigny's "Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle" (Universal Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1849.

Biologia Centrali-Americana, London, Published for the editors by R. H. Porter, 1879-1915, Archaeology, Botany, Central America, Description and Travel, Scientific Expeditions, Zoology, 78, Fish, This artwork features two detailed illustrations of fish, showcasing their anatomical structures and distinctive features. The top illustration represents **Agonostomus macracanthi**, characterized by its elongated body, prominent dorsal fin, and distinct scale patterns. Below it lies **Agonostomus salivini**, highlighting a similar body shape but with variations in fin placement and scale texture. Both fish are depicted in a side view, allowing for an in-depth comparison of their morphology, including the shapes of their heads, fins, and tails, as well as the arrangement of their scales. The meticulous detailing reflects the precision of scientific illustration, aimed at studying and documenting aquatic species.

European plaice, Pleuronectes platessa 1,2 and brill, Scophthalmus rhombus 3,4. Un turbot ou plie du cote droit, Platessa, du cote gauche, Plie ou rhombus du cote gauche, petite plie du mem cote. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Johann Christoph Keller from Georg Wolfgang Knorr's Deliciae Naturae Selectae of Kabinet van Zeldzaamheden der Natuur, Blusse and Son, Nuremberg, 1771. Specimens from a Wunderkammer or Cabinet of Curiosities owned by Dr. Christoph Jacob Trew in Nuremberg.

Babylon turrid shell, Turris babylonia (Spotted pleurotoma, Pleurotoma babylonica). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leach's Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1815.

Starry globefish, Tetrodon lagocephalus 42, white-spotted puffer, Arothron hispidus 43, and sun fish, Mola mola 44. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804. Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist known as the German Buffon.

Fossil skeleton of an extinct pterodactyl, Pterodactylus antiquus, and red lionfish, Pterois volitans. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39.

Pleuronectes Flesus, The Flounder.. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1785. Rare Book Division. Fishes

ATLAS OF THE PHYSICAL AND POLITICAL HISTORY OF CHILE, 1854. Author: GAY CLAUDIO. Location: BIBLIOTECA NACIONAL-COLECCION. MADRID. SPAIN.

Poisson Plasza from the unknown album W A collection of boards from various albums of natural history unknown

Laboo Umbratus (Cape Moggel). Cape Moggel or Harder (Laboo Umbratus); With scale in Rijnlandse thumbs.

Chambered nautilus, Nautilus pompilius, and shell. Crocodile and young emerging from broken egg shell, Nile crocodile, Crocodylus niloticus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Jacques de Seve from James Smith Barrs edition of Comte Buffons Natural History, A Theory of the Earth, General History of Man, Brute Creation, Vegetables, Minerals, T. Gillet, H. D. Symonds, Paternoster Row, London, 1808.

Genypterus capensis (Kingklip), 1777 - 1786 drawing Konings Klipvis (Xiphiurus Capensis); With scale in thumbs. paper. ink. pencil. chalk pen / brush

Gastrobranchus coecus, The Blind-Fish.. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1797. Rare Book Division. Fishes

Fistularia chinensis, The Trumpet.. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1797. Rare Book Division. Fishes

Proctotrète. (Espèce intermédiaire entre le achilensis et le Cyanogster); 2. Proctotrète à ventre bleu, Proctotretus cyanogaster.. Du Petit-Thouars, Abel Aubert (1793-1864). Prints, Illustrations. 1840 - 1864. General Research Division. Scientific expeditions, Botany

Sciaena lineata, The lineated Umber.. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1797. Rare Book Division. Fishes

Boston Journal of Natural History Boston Boston Society of Natural History, An illustration features a series of fish, each meticulously detailed and labeled. The first fish, identified as *Ctenopharyngodon idella*, exhibits a streamlined body and a prominent dorsal fin. The second, *Erythroculter erythropterus*, showcases distinct markings along its flanks. The third specimen, *Macrobrachium rosenbergii*, is characterized by its elongated shape and distinct coloration. Finally, the *Hydrocyon schwanenfeldii* displays a compressed body and prominent features. Each fish is depicted with precision, highlighting their unique anatomical details and characteristics.

Fossils of extinct tubeworm Serpula flagellum, dragonfly Libellula, lobster Eryon arctiformis, fish Aspidorhynchus, Pycnodus rhombus, Tegragonolepis and Lepidotus giganteus. Chromolithograph from Dr. Fr. Rolle's "Geology and Paleontology" section in Gotthilf Heinrich von Schubert's "Naturgeschichte," Schreiber, Munich, 1886.

Pipa or Surinam toad. Pipa pipa (Rana pipa). The female Surinam toad is shown with young frogs hatching from their protective pockets inside the mother's skin. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "Naturalist's Miscellany" (1790).. Frederick Polydore Nodder (1751~1801) was a gifted natural history artist and engraver. Nodder honed his draftsmanship working on Captain Cook and Joseph Banks' Florilegium and engraving Sydney Parkinson's sketches of Australian plants. He was made "botanic painter to her majesty" Queen Charlotte in 1785. Nodder also drew the botanical studies in Thomas Martyn's Flora Rustica (1792) and 38 Plates (1799). Most of the 1,064 illustrations of animals, birds, insects, crustaceans, fishes, marine life and microscopic creatures for the Naturalist's Miscellany were drawn, engraved and published by Frederick Nodder's family. Frederick himself drew and engraved many of the copperplates until his death. His wife Elizabeth is credit

De la manière de faire éclorre... Fig. 1-19. Bloch, Marcus Elieser, 1723-1799. Prints, Illustrations. 1785. Rare Book Division. Fishes

Botanical and zoological illustration by F. E. Guérin. From Dictionnaire pittoresque d'histoire naturelle et des phénomènes de la nature - 1833/1834

Poissons.: 1. Plectropome à scie (Nouvelle-Hollande.); 2. Diacope à deux lignes. (Célèbes.); 3. Mésoprion dondiava. (Nouvelle-Hollande.); 4. Mésoprion porte-anneau. (Détroit de ls sonde.).. Dumont d'Urville, Jules-Sébastien-César, 1790-1842. Prints. 1830 - 1835. General Research Division

Saharan or desert horned viper, Cerastes cerastes. Venomous. Illustration signed N (Frederick Nodder).. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany" 1792.. Frederick Polydore Nodder (1751~1801) was a gifted natural history artist and engraver. Nodder honed his draftsmanship working on Captain Cook and Joseph Banks' Florilegium and engraving Sydney Parkinson's sketches of Australian plants. He was made "botanic painter to her majesty" Queen Charlotte in 1785. Nodder also drew the botanical studies in Thomas Martyn's Flora Rustica (1792) and 38 Plates (1799). Most of the 1,064 illustrations of animals, birds, insects, crustaceans, fishes, marine life and microscopic creatures for the Naturalist's Miscellany were drawn, engraved and published by Frederick Nodder's family. Frederick himself drew and engraved many of the copperplates until his death. His wife Elizabeth is credited as publisher on the volumes after 1801. Their son R

Raja Oxyrinchus, The Sharp Nosed-Ray., 1785 - 1797., Berlin. Publisher, chez l'auteur., 1785 - 1797. Fishes

Silver arowana, Osteoglossum bicirrhosum (Arowana of Guiana, Osteoglossum arowana). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgk's Fishes of Guiana, part of Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library: Ichthyology, Edinburgh, 1841.

Paris, Firens, Pierre, Antwerp, Collaert, Adriaen, Piscivm vivae icones, Fish, Two flying gurnards, lumpfish, mullet, blenny and an unknown fish, verso - stamped, print, prints, height 115 mm, width 180 mm, Southern Netherlandish, French, 1580 - 1638-12-24, print maker, printmaker, 1600 - 1638, paper, papier, engraving, engraving (printing process), Work conception, Southern Netherlandish (before 1775), 1560 - 1618-06-29, after print by, Publication (Event), Publication, publisher

A selection of molluscs. Date: 1865

Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London, 1856, London, Academic Press, London, periodicals, zoology, London, The illustration features two detailed depictions of a species of fish commonly known as the Atlantic sand lance. On the left, a close-up view highlights the anatomical structure, focusing on the head and eye, providing insight into the unique characteristics of this creature. On the right, a full-length representation showcases the elongated body, prominent dorsal fin, and streamlined shape typical of sand lances. The labeling and scientific notation emphasize the biological significance of the species, making this an informative reference for studies in marine biology and ichthyology.

Schelp, CyPraea Tigris, Wenceslaus Hollar, 1644 - 1652 print paper etching molluscs (+ shell, snail-shell etc.)

1. Ophisure. Sea snake. 2. Zebrane. has. body cut. 3. BlindSphagébranche. B.Tête seen below. Classic dictionary of natural sciences: presenting the definition, analysis and history of all beings that make up the three kingdoms, their general application to the arts, agriculture, medicine, domestic economy, etc. / .AUTOR: Pierre Auguste Joseph Drappiez (1778-1856) W Zbiór Plansz Z Różnych Albumów Historii Naturalnej Desmares, F.J., Meline, Cans et Compagnie.

1. Sciaena cylindrica, The cylindric Umber, 2. Sciaena maculata, The spotted Umber, 1785 - 1797, Berlin, Publisher, chez l'auteur, 1785 - 1797, Fishes

Historical chart showing the development of frogs, Meyers Konversations-Lexikon encyclopedia, 1897

1-4. Acomus lactarius, Milk River Sucker; 5. Young of the same., Suckley, George 1830-1869, Cooper, J. G. James Graham 1830-1902.

The deep-sea fishes of the Hawaiian Islands Washington, Govt. Print, 1905, albatross, steamer, fishes, Hawaiian Islands, Diaphus luetkeni, Symbolophorus evermanni, The illustration features two distinct species of fish, meticulously detailed and labeled for identification. The top specimen is identified as **Menidia litheum**, known commonly as the Gilbert's minnow, showcasing its streamlined body and characteristic spots along the side. The lower specimen is represented as **Menidia evermanni**, often referred to as Evermann's minnow, which displays a similar body shape but with variations in coloration and pattern. Both fish are depicted with anatomical precision, highlighting their fins, dorsal structures, and overall morphology, making this a valuable reference for ichthyologists and fish enthusiasts alike. The background is thoughtfully designed to enhance clarity, allowing for a focused examination of the species' features.

Critically endangered gharial, Gavialis gangeticus, and Nile crocodile, Crocodylus niloticus. Fossil skeletons of an ichthyosaurus and Plesiosaurus dolichodeirus. Lithograph from Lorenz Oken's Universal Natural History, Allgemeine Naturgeschichte fur alle Stande, Stuttgart, 1841.

Gonorynchus fosteri (NZ) : Sand fish, after 1870, by Frank Edward Clarke.

Fossils of fish, crustaceans, and amphibians: Uronectes fimbriatus (Gampsonyx fimbriatus), Amblypterus macropterus (restoration), Palaeoniscus freislebeni, tetrapod Lepterpeton dobbsii, and temnospondyl Archegosaurus decheni. Chromolithograph from Dr. Fr. Rolle's "Geology and Paleontology" section in Gotthilf Heinrich von Schubert's "Naturgeschichte," Schreiber, Munich, 1886.

Silurian fish from Norway: Aceraspis, Micraspis, Pterolepis, Pharyngolepis, Rhyncholepis

D. Marcus Elieser Bloch's, ausübenden Arztes zu Berlin. Atlas. Berlin, Auf Kosten des Verfassers, und in Commission in der Buchhandlung der Realschule, 1783-1785, fishes, Germany, ichthyology, pictorial works, This artwork features a detailed illustration of a flounder, specifically the species Pleurectes limanda, commonly known as the common sole. The fish is depicted in a side view, showcasing its flattened body and distinctive left side, which is highlighted with intricate scales. Its eye is prominently placed, reflecting the species' unique adaptation to life on the ocean floor. Above the illustration, the name 'Pleurectes Limanda' is elegantly inscribed, along with the phrase 'La Limande,' indicating its French designation. The artist's signature, 'A. F. Mollier,' is noted beneath the image, suggesting a careful study of marine life. This piece combines scientific accuracy with artistic

Palaeoniscus Agass. Fossil fish from the Saone-et-Loire coalfield, France. Europe. Le Creusot et les mines de Saone-et-Loire, 1865 by Louis Laurent Simonin (1830-1886) Le Tour du Monde 1867

ATLAS OF THE PHYSICAL AND POLITICAL HISTORY OF CHILE, 1854. Author: GAY CLAUDIO. Location: BIBLIOTECA NACIONAL-COLECCION. MADRID. SPAIN.

Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London, London, Academic Press, periodicals, zoology, Mauremys leprosa, George Henry Ford, The illustration showcases two distinct views of Emys flavipes, a species of turtle. The top view displays the turtles dorsal perspective, highlighting its smooth carapace with intricate patterns and markings characteristic of this species. The second perspective provides a view from underneath, revealing the turtle's plastron, which is typically flatter and features a lighter coloration with subtle texturing. This detailed depiction emphasizes the anatomical features and unique characteristics of Emys flavipes, serving both educational and aesthetic purposes.

Annelides (a type of marine worm) on the sea bed. Date: 1865

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