Sparus Maena - The Cackerel

by Marcus Elieser Bloch

Decorate your surroundings with this fantastic scientific drawing from the 18th century depicting Sparus Maena (The Cackerel) by the celebrated German doctor and naturalist Marcus Elieser Bloch. This rare drawing is part of Bloch's famous multi-volume book "Ichthyologie" which was created in 1782–1795. This print demonstrates great attention to details – from distinctive red fins to dark side spot, from silver scales to bright eye coloring. Original plate also contains the title in different languages that are written in the picture itself – Sparus Maena, Der Laxierfisch (German), La Mendole (French), and The Cackerel (English).

This beautiful marine drawing would be a great addition to coastal cottage, study room, gallery, or dining room.