Acipenser Sturio - The Sturgeon

by Marcus Elieser Bloch

Enter into the world of natural history illustration through this awe-inspiring image celebrating the European Sea Sturgeon (Acipenser Sturio), a subject originally depicted by physician and founder of modern ichthyology, Marcus Elieser Bloch. Created as part of Bloch’s famous 18th century publications which are renowned for being among the best fish illustrations that have ever been created, this stunning print depicts the armor-like scutes, long rostrum, and ancient grandeur of one of Europe’s most mythic migratory river species.

Traditionally colored by hand to imitate the gleam of life on the fish scales, this artwork blends the best of scientific illustration with aesthetic beauty fit for a museum.