Giant and Common Sturgeon

Giant and Common Sturgeon is a detailed historical natural-history engraving presenting two armoured sturgeons in a dark underwater setting. The larger fish curves dramatically across the composition, its elongated snout, barbels, fins, and prominent rows of bony scutes rendered through exceptionally dense linework.

A smaller sturgeon swims beneath it, while a broad diamond-pattern fishing net fills much of the background. Aquatic vegetation, rocks, and layered horizontal engraving lines establish the surrounding water and give the scene considerable depth. The combination of intricate monochrome detail, strong curved forms, and warm cream paper gives this zoological study its distinctive archival character.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Not confirmed from the supplied plate
• Title: Giant and Common Sturgeon
• Original title: GIANT AND COMMON STURGEON.
• Series: The Royal Natural History
• Date: 1893–1896
• Period: Late 19th century
• Place of Origin: London, England
• Medium: Natural history engraving

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
• Production: Each framed print is produced to order through a trusted international network of professional print studios.
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
• Made to order: There is no minimum order quantity. Each piece is printed and assembled on demand, reducing unnecessary stock and waste.

Exact frame dimensions, component availability, and production specifications may vary slightly depending on the selected size and destination.