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LS Plate 192 from the John Reeves Collection
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LS Plate 192 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings
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John Reeves' LS Plate 192: An Illustration of a Stunning Orange-Finned Ray from Canton, China, 19th Century This exquisite watercolor illustration, LS Plate 192 from the esteemed John Reeves Collection, showcases a captivating orange-finned ray, a chondrichthyan fish belonging to the elasmobranchii order, discovered during John Reeves' travels to Canton, China in the 19th century. Reeves, a renowned tea inspector, embarked on a remarkable journey to document the rich biodiversity of Asian fauna, resulting in an extensive collection of natural history drawings. The illustration, executed with meticulous attention to detail, reveals the ray's elongated body, distinctive pectoral fins adorned with vibrant orange hues, and a long, pointed tail. The intricate rendering of the ray's gills, fins, and scales adds to the overall beauty and scientific accuracy of the artwork. The elasmobranchs, a diverse group of cartilaginous fish, are characterized by their unique skeletal structure, which distinguishes them from bony fish. This illustration, featuring a batoidean ray, highlights the importance of documenting the rich biodiversity of chondrichthyan species during the 19th century, a time when scientific exploration and discovery were at the forefront of human curiosity. This stunning watercolor not only serves as a testament to John Reeves' dedication to documenting the natural world but also provides valuable insights into the diverse marine life of Asia during the 19th century. The intricate details and vivid colors of the illustration continue to captivate viewers, making it a must-have for any collection focused on natural history, Asian art, or the history of scientific exploration.
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