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Zoology Print of Shark, Sunfish, Seahorse and Pufferfish by T Bromme c1865
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Zoology Print of Shark, Sunfish, Seahorse and Pufferfish by T Bromme c1865
This original hand-colored lithograph, printed circa 1865 by German geographer and scientific publisher Traugott Bromme, presents a captivating collection of unusual and exotic marine species. The plate comes from his educational atlas *Illustrirter Hand-Atlas der Erde und der Menschheit*, which brought together zoological, geographical, and ethnographic knowledge in richly illustrated format for a 19th-century audience.
The composition features a variety of marine life, focusing on oddities and distinctive body types. At the top is a large blunt-nosed shark (1), alongside an eel (8) and a coiled ray-like creature (possibly a torpedo ray or skate). A hammerhead shark (2), sawfish (3), and stingray (5) complete the group of large cartilaginous fish.
Among bony fish, a large sunfish or mola mola (10) takes center stage, with a number of smaller, ornately patterned species around it, including a triggerfish (12), pufferfish (9), boxfish (11), and butterflyfish (13). Particularly striking are the seahorse (15) and a lionfish or flying gurnard (16) with extended pectoral fins. A sturgeon (6) and several slender eel-like fish (14, 7) complete the taxonomy.
Each creature is numbered and arranged for visual clarity, with crisp lithographic lines and soft hand coloring that emphasizes textures, patterns, and fin shapes. The result is a print that captures both scientific interest and decorative beauty, ideal for collectors of marine-themed illustrations or antique zoological art.
Condition report:
Original hand-colored lithograph by T Bromme, circa 1865. Light foxing near the left margin and soft age toning throughout. Strong print quality with vivid detailing and no tears or folds.
Tips for framing:
Frame with a pale blue or warm ivory mat to evoke the marine setting. A dark wood or black frame offers classic contrast and suits both modern and traditional interiors. Perfect for a coastal-themed room, study, or scientific collection.
- Dimensions:Height: 11.23 in (28.5 cm)Width: 8.67 in (22 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1865
- Condition:Original hand-colored lithograph by T Bromme, circa 1865. Light foxing near the left margin and soft age toning throughout. Strong print quality with vivid detailing and no tears or folds.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-12980-201stDibs: LU3054345342822
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