9750 Marcus Elieser Bloch (1723–1799) – The Gilt-head Bream (Sparus aurata) - Hand-coloured Engraving
This hand-coloured engraving is a detailed ichthyological illustration of a gilt-head bream, scientifically named Sparus aurata. The print, from Marcus Elieser Bloch's monumental work on fish, depicts the creature in profile, showcasing its silvery scales, a golden stripe on its head, and a red spot on its gill cover. To the left, a smaller, uncoloured illustration provides a detailed view of its mouth and teeth. The work is a fine example of Bloch's encyclopedic efforts to document the world's fish species.
Marcus Elieser Bloch was a prominent German physician and naturalist, and a pioneer in the field of ichthyology. He is best known for authoring the Allgemeine Naturgeschichte der Fische (General Natural History of Fish), a comprehensive and richly illustrated work published in twelve volumes. His work was a landmark of its time, celebrated for its scientific accuracy and its beautiful, hand-coloured engravings.
Artist or Maker: Marcus Elieser Bloch
Dimensions: Approximately 25 x 40 cm
Medium: Hand-coloured Engraving
Date: c. 1790
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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