Black place - Fishermen cleaning and storing fish on pallets - Pollock, Pollachius virens, and fish wives washing fish in tubs and arranging them on palettes

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Black place - Fishermen cleaning and storing fish on pallets - Pollock, Pollachius virens, and fish wives washing fish in tubs and arranging them on palettes

FLO4725338 Black place - Fishermen cleaning and storing fish on pallets - Pollock, Pollachius virens, and fish wives washing fish in tubs and arranging them on palettes. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804. Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergy and naturalist known as the German Buffon.; (add.info.: Black place - Fishermen cleaning and storing fish on pallets - Pollock, Pollachius virens, and fish wives washing fish in tubs and arranging them on palettes. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804. Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergy and naturalist known as the German Buffon.); © Florilegius

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This hand-colored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History captures a scene at the Black place where fishermen are hard at work cleaning and storing fish on pallets. The image also shows fish wives washing fish in tubs and arranging them on palettes, showcasing the intricate process of preparing seafood for market. The attention to detail in this 19th-century artwork is truly remarkable, with each figure meticulously depicted as they go about their tasks. The bustling activity of the fishermen and fish wives creates a sense of movement and life within the composition, drawing viewers into the daily routine of these laborers. Wilhelm, a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist known as the German Buffon, has expertly captured not only the physical labor involved in fishing but also the symbiotic relationship between humans and nature. Through his detailed engravings, he provides a window into an important aspect of early 19th-century society – one that relied heavily on fishing for sustenance and livelihood. This print serves as both a historical record of traditional fishing practices and a testament to Wilhelm's skill as an artist. It invites us to reflect on our own connection to nature and appreciate the hard work that goes into bringing fresh seafood to our tables.

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