Rare antique copperplate engraving of Ostracion Quadricornis (Scrawled Cowfish) from the famous 18th century ichthyology book of Dr. Marcus Elieser Bloch entitled “Naturgeschichte der ausländischen Fische”. This illustration highlights the unique geometric body armor, the head and belly spines, the reticulate pattern, and the striking blue eye which is a hallmark of Bloch’s masterpiece. Comes with the original multi language plate title: Ostracion Quadricornis (Latin), Das Vierstachlichte Dreieck (German), Le Coffre à quatre piquans (French) and The Cuckold-Fish (English).Essential addition to any collection of zoological prints and historical illustrations.
