The Sucking Fish (Echeneis Naucratis)

Mark Catesby, kiadva: 1731–1743

This is a drawing of a plant with a fish. The drawing includes long, narrow green leaves with small red flowers growing on a branch, accompanied by a remora fish at the bottom. The leaves are arranged in an alternating pattern. The name "Phylanthos" is noted at the top, while "Remora" is labeled beneath the fish. The style suggests a scientific illustration emphasizing the botanical and biological details of both the plant and the fish, showcasing fine line work and realistic coloring.
Művész
Mark Catesby
Datálás
kiadva: 1731–1743
Műfaj
Grafika
Technika
etching and engraving with hand coloring on laid paper
Méretek
35,4 × 25,4 cm
Gyűjtemény
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenc
Közkincs, CC0

Képleírás

This is a drawing of a plant with a fish. The drawing includes long, narrow green leaves with small red flowers growing on a branch, accompanied by a remora fish at the bottom. The leaves are arranged in an alternating pattern. The name "Phylanthos" is noted at the top, while "Remora" is labeled beneath the fish. The style suggests a scientific illustration emphasizing the botanical and biological details of both the plant and the fish, showcasing fine line work and realistic coloring.

Mark Catesby