Bernard Germain de Lacépède – Perch and Carp Varieties – Engraving (18th Century)

"Perch and Carp Varieties" This colorful freshwater fish engraving displays three distinct ray-finned species showcasing reddish dorsal contours, iridescent scales, and patterned lateral lines. The study aided eighteenth-century naturalists in distinguishing regional riverine and lake fauna through detailed anatomical rendering. Bernard Germain de Lacépède was an eminent French naturalist and politician renowned for his comprehensive contributions to vertebrate taxonomy, particularly extending the monumental natural history volumes of the Comte de Buffon. Artist or Maker: Bernard Germain de Lacépède. Dimensions: Approximately 23 cm x 14 cm. Medium: Engraving. Date: 18th Century.SKU:LACEPEDE1-INV

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