10315 Frederick Polydore Nodder (1751–1801) – Four-eyed Fish – Hand-colored Engraving (1811)
This illustration depicts a four-eyed fish, shown in profile to highlight its unique ocular adaptation for life at the water's surface. The work captures the divided structure of the eyes, which are positioned at the top of the head to allow the animal to see simultaneously above and below the waterline. The fish is rendered with a streamlined body, featuring horizontal dark stripes along its silvery-grey flanks and a yellowish underbelly, with detailed fin structures and small scales. This work was published as part of The Naturalist's Miscellany, a celebrated serial publication dedicated to describing and illustrating new and remarkable nature subjects from around the world.
Frederick Polydore Nodder was a prominent English artist and engraver who served as botanical painter to Queen Charlotte. He is best known for his extensive contributions to The Naturalist's Miscellany, where he worked closely with George Shaw to produce hundreds of detailed plates covering zoology and botany. His ability to capture the fine textures and colors of natural history specimens with scientific accuracy made him one of the most respected illustrators of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries.
Artist or Maker: Frederick Polydore Nodder .
Dimensions: Approximately 13 cm x 22 cm.
Medium: Hand-colored Engraving .
Date: 1811
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.
| Värdering | 300 - 400 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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