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Page 211. The Rat Mouthed Fish;the Horn Fish;Star Fish, found on the strand near Dublin, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
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Page 211. The Rat Mouthed Fish;the Horn Fish;Star Fish, found on the strand near Dublin, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670085 Page 211. The Rat Mouthed Fish; the Horn Fish; Star Fish, found on the strand near Dublin, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: The Naturalists Companion containing drawings with suitable descriptions of a vast variety of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Serpent and Insects; & accurately copied either from Living Animals or from the stuffed Specimens in the Museums of the College and Dublin Society, to which is added drawings of several antiquities, natural productions &c containd in those Museums -- illustrated manuscript by Kenelm Henry Digby
Dimensions: 39.6 x 25.2 x 5.4 cm); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales
Media ID 25131174
© Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales / Bridgeman Images
Aquatic Assortment Fauna Handwritten Label Labelled New South Wales Sea Star South Australia Starfish Varied Variety West Australian Zoological Illustration Australians
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This print titled "Page 211. The Rat Mouthed Fish; the Horn Fish; Star Fish, found on the strand near Dublin, 1810-17" showcases a stunning assortment of marine life. The image features an array of vibrant and diverse sea creatures, including the intriguingly named Rat Mouthed Fish, Horn Fish, and Star Fish. The photograph captures a page from "The Naturalists Companion" an illustrated manuscript by Kenelm Henry Digby. This remarkable work contains meticulously detailed drawings accompanied by suitable descriptions of various quadrupeds, birds, fishes, serpents, and insects. These illustrations were either copied from living animals or stuffed specimens found in the museums of College and Dublin Society. Handwritten labels add to the charm of this zoological illustration as they provide information about each creature depicted in the painting. The combination of exquisite artwork and meticulous labeling makes this piece a valuable resource for natural history enthusiasts. Preserved within Mitchell Library at State Library of New South Wales in Australia, this extraordinary composition offers a glimpse into Ireland's rich aquatic fauna during the early 19th century. Its inclusion in Digby's manuscript highlights his dedication to documenting not only animals but also antiquities and other natural productions housed within these prestigious museums. This print serves as a testament to both artistic skill and scientific curiosity while celebrating the beauty and diversity found within our oceans' depths.
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