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The period originals here come from that tradition of natural history illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sharks-hound-fish","title":"Houndfish, Sharks- Hand Colored Stone Lithograph","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fantastic hand-colored stone lithograph 1833 depicting various types of Houndfish and Sharks was designed for Johann Schinz and Karl Brodtmann's educational publication: \"Naturgeschichte und Abbildungen der Reptilien\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoundfish (Tylosurus crocodilus) are a predatory fish found in the coastal waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. They're known for their long, needle-like jaws, which are filled with sharp teeth and can be up to one-third the length of their bodies. How fascinating!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKarl Joseph Brodtmann was a Swiss lithographer who worked in the early 19th century. He was known for his skill in reproducing natural history illustrations, and his lithographs were highly sought after by collectors and museums. Brodtmann collaborated with Schinz on several of his works, including \"Naturgeschichte und Abbildungen der Reptilien\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the other hand, Johann Rudolf Schinz was a Swiss zoologist and naturalist who published several works on the flora and fauna of Switzerland in the 19th century. His most famous works include detailed illustrations of many species of reptiles, including snakes, lizards, and turtles. Needless to say, this extremely rare hand-colored, stone lithograph will frame beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.75\" x 8.75\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Age appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's photo to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39895769874547,"sku":"AP1811","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/products\/AP1811-M.jpg?v=1655422681"},{"product_id":"broad-headed-gazer-a-history-of-the-fishes-of-the-british-islands","title":"Broad-Headed Gazer Shark- Fishes of the British Islands","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e by Jonathan Couch is a landmark 19th-century work of British natural history, published in parts between 1862 and 1878. Based on firsthand observation, it combined rigorous scientific study with finely produced illustrations, helping establish modern ichthyology in Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1878 hand-colored lithograph was produced for Couch’s publication and reflects the Victorian ideal of scientific accuracy balanced with restrained elegance, making it both an important reference image and a collectible work of natural history art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJonathan Couch did not draw all of the illustrations himself, but he was closely involved in their creation. For \u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e, he supervised and approved the plates, often providing specimens, notes, initial sketches, and guidance to ensure anatomical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe actual drawings and lithographic work were carried out by professional scientific artists and lithographers, a common practice for major 19th-century natural history publications. These artists translated Couch’s research into images that met the period’s scientific standards, while the hand coloring was done by separate colorists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0\" x 10.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44222333026419,"sku":"AP6625-3-4","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/AP6625-3-4.jpg?v=1768081316"},{"product_id":"toper-and-young-a-history-of-the-fishes-of-the-british-islands","title":"Toper and Young Shark- Fishes of the British Islands","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e by Jonathan Couch is a landmark 19th-century work of British natural history, published in parts between 1862 and 1878. Based on firsthand observation, it combined rigorous scientific study with finely produced illustrations, helping establish modern ichthyology in Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1878 hand-colored lithograph was produced for Couch’s publication and reflects the Victorian ideal of scientific accuracy balanced with restrained elegance, making it both an important reference image and a collectible work of natural history art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJonathan Couch did not draw all of the illustrations himself, but he was closely involved in their creation. For \u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e, he supervised and approved the plates, often providing specimens, notes, initial sketches, and guidance to ensure anatomical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe actual drawings and lithographic work were carried out by professional scientific artists and lithographers, a common practice for major 19th-century natural history publications. These artists translated Couch’s research into images that met the period’s scientific standards, while the hand coloring was done by separate colorists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0\" x 10.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44222333190259,"sku":"AP6625-3-5","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/AP6625-3-5.jpg?v=1768081351"},{"product_id":"basking-shark-a-history-of-the-fishes-of-the-british-islands","title":"Basking Shark- Fishes of the British Islands","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e by Jonathan Couch is a landmark 19th-century work of British natural history, published in parts between 1862 and 1878. Based on firsthand observation, it combined rigorous scientific study with finely produced illustrations, helping establish modern ichthyology in Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1878 hand-colored lithograph was produced for Couch’s publication and reflects the Victorian ideal of scientific accuracy balanced with restrained elegance, making it both an important reference image and a collectible work of natural history art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJonathan Couch did not draw all of the illustrations himself, but he was closely involved in their creation. For \u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e, he supervised and approved the plates, often providing specimens, notes, initial sketches, and guidance to ensure anatomical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe actual drawings and lithographic work were carried out by professional scientific artists and lithographers, a common practice for major 19th-century natural history publications. These artists translated Couch’s research into images that met the period’s scientific standards, while the hand coloring was done by separate colorists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0\" x 10.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44222333223027,"sku":"AP6625-3-14","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/AP6625-3-14.jpg?v=1768081653"},{"product_id":"thrasher-a-history-of-the-fishes-of-the-british-islands","title":"Thrasher Shark- Fishes of the British Islands","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e by Jonathan Couch is a landmark 19th-century work of British natural history, published in parts between 1862 and 1878. Based on firsthand observation, it combined rigorous scientific study with finely produced illustrations, helping establish modern ichthyology in Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1878 hand-colored lithograph was produced for Couch’s publication and reflects the Victorian ideal of scientific accuracy balanced with restrained elegance, making it both an important reference image and a collectible work of natural history art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJonathan Couch did not draw all of the illustrations himself, but he was closely involved in their creation. For \u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e, he supervised and approved the plates, often providing specimens, notes, initial sketches, and guidance to ensure anatomical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe actual drawings and lithographic work were carried out by professional scientific artists and lithographers, a common practice for major 19th-century natural history publications. These artists translated Couch’s research into images that met the period’s scientific standards, while the hand coloring was done by separate colorists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0\" x 10.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44222333649011,"sku":"AP6625-3-8","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/AP6625-3-8.jpg?v=1768081452"},{"product_id":"greenland-shark-a-history-of-the-fishes-of-the-british-islands","title":"Greenland Shark- Fishes of the British Islands","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e by Jonathan Couch is a landmark 19th-century work of British natural history, published in parts between 1862 and 1878. Based on firsthand observation, it combined rigorous scientific study with finely produced illustrations, helping establish modern ichthyology in Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1878 hand-colored lithograph was produced for Couch’s publication and reflects the Victorian ideal of scientific accuracy balanced with restrained elegance, making it both an important reference image and a collectible work of natural history art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJonathan Couch did not draw all of the illustrations himself, but he was closely involved in their creation. For \u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e, he supervised and approved the plates, often providing specimens, notes, initial sketches, and guidance to ensure anatomical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe actual drawings and lithographic work were carried out by professional scientific artists and lithographers, a common practice for major 19th-century natural history publications. These artists translated Couch’s research into images that met the period’s scientific standards, while the hand coloring was done by separate colorists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0\" x 10.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fair, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44222333780083,"sku":"AP6625-3-9","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/AP6625-3-9.jpg?v=1768081486"},{"product_id":"picked-dog-and-young-a-history-of-the-fishes-of-the-british-islands","title":"Picked Dog and Young Shark- Fishes of the British Islands","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e by Jonathan Couch is a landmark 19th-century work of British natural history, published in parts between 1862 and 1878. Based on firsthand observation, it combined rigorous scientific study with finely produced illustrations, helping establish modern ichthyology in Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1878 hand-colored lithograph was produced for Couch’s publication and reflects the Victorian ideal of scientific accuracy balanced with restrained elegance, making it both an important reference image and a collectible work of natural history art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJonathan Couch did not draw all of the illustrations himself, but he was closely involved in their creation. For \u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e, he supervised and approved the plates, often providing specimens, notes, initial sketches, and guidance to ensure anatomical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe actual drawings and lithographic work were carried out by professional scientific artists and lithographers, a common practice for major 19th-century natural history publications. These artists translated Couch’s research into images that met the period’s scientific standards, while the hand coloring was done by separate colorists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0\" x 10.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44222333812851,"sku":"AP6625-3-1","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/AP6625-3-1.jpg?v=1768080962"},{"product_id":"six-gilled-shark-a-history-of-the-fishes-of-the-british-islands","title":"Six-Gilled Shark- Fishes of the British Islands","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e by Jonathan Couch is a landmark 19th-century work of British natural history, published in parts between 1862 and 1878. 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For \u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e, he supervised and approved the plates, often providing specimens, notes, initial sketches, and guidance to ensure anatomical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe actual drawings and lithographic work were carried out by professional scientific artists and lithographers, a common practice for major 19th-century natural history publications. These artists translated Couch’s research into images that met the period’s scientific standards, while the hand coloring was done by separate colorists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0\" x 10.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44222333878387,"sku":"AP6625-3-10","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/AP6625-3-10.jpg?v=1768081522"},{"product_id":"rashleigh-shark-a-history-of-the-fishes-of-the-british-islands","title":"Rashleigh Shark- Fishes of the British Islands","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA History of the Fishes of the British Islands\u003c\/em\u003e by Jonathan Couch is a landmark 19th-century work of British natural history, published in parts between 1862 and 1878. 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Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44222333911155,"sku":"AP6625-3-2","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/AP6625-3-2.jpg?v=1768081276"},{"product_id":"spinous-shark-a-history-of-the-fishes-of-the-british-islands","title":"Spinous Shark- Fishes of the British Islands","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0\" x 10.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. 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