Antique Fish Print of a Sturgeon Fish, c.1860

About the Item

Antique print titled 'Acipenser Sturio'. Print of the European sea sturgeon, also known as the Atlantic sturgeon or common sturgeon. Source unknown, to be determined. The European sea sturgeon (Acipenser sturio), also known as the Atlantic sturgeon or common sturgeon, is a species of sturgeon previously found on most coasts of Europe. It is anadromous and breeds in rivers. It is currently a critically endangered species. Although the name Baltic sturgeon sometimes has been used, it has now been established that sturgeon of the Baltic region are A. oxyrinchus, a species otherwise restricted to the Atlantic coast of North America. This sturgeon can reach 6 m (20 ft) and 400 kg (880 lb) in weight, but a more common length is 1.25 m (4 ft 1 in). They can reach an age of 100 years, (Source: Wikipedia) Artists and Engravers: Engraved by Lehmann. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Minor wear, blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1860 Overall size: 31 x 26.5 cm. Image size: 22 x 17 cm. We also offer thousands of antique prints covering fields of interest as diverse as architecture, natural history, religion, ethnology and many more. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space.

Dimensions:

Height: 10.44 in (26.5 cm)Width: 12.21 in (31 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1860

Condition:

Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

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