Penaeus Ashiaka — Vintage Shrimp Study

This historical zoological plate presents two finely observed specimens of Penaeus ashiaka, arranged horizontally against a warm, lightly aged paper ground. Their segmented bodies, delicate legs, tail fans and exceptionally long antennae are rendered with the careful precision of scientific natural-history illustration.

Muted olive and brown tones are punctuated by vivid red anatomical details, while the sweeping antennae bring movement to the otherwise restrained composition. Original specimen numbers, publication markings and the printed identification remain visible, preserving the distinctive archival character of the plate.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Not identified on the plate
• Title: Penaeus Ashiaka
• Original title: Penaeus Ashiaka
• Series: Japanese fisheries natural history plate
• Date: Circa 1900
• Period: Early 20th century
• Place of Origin: Japan
• Medium: Color zoological illustration

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.