Vintage Catfish Print - Three Species from The Fresh-Water Fishes of China (1943)

Dive into the Intrigue of Asian Waters with This Striking Vintage Scientific Print.

Adorn your walls with a truly unique piece of ichthyological history. This poster is a faithful reproduction of an illustration from the 1943 work, The Fresh-Water Fishes of China. It showcases the fascinating variety within the Catfish family, featuring three distinct species:

• Largefin Longbarbel Catfish (Hemibagrus macropterus)

• Hong Kong Catfish (Clarias fuscus)

• Yellow Catfish (Tachysurus fulvidraco)

Why This Poster is a Must-Have:

• A Celebration of Aquatic Detail: The print features the three fish in a captivating vertical stack, highlighting the subtle differences in their coloration, from the purple hues of the top specimen to the striking stripes of the bottom one. It’s a powerful statement piece.

• Perfect for Unique Decor: Its clean, scientific aesthetic combined with the exotic subject matter makes it an ideal addition to a home office, a study, a rustic cabin, or a modern kitchen. It’s a sophisticated way to add a touch of global nature and history to your space.

• Unusual Gallery Wall Element: If you're building a gallery wall, this print’s distinctive composition and unique color variations (especially the purples and oranges) offer a brilliant contrast to classic botanical or map prints, ensuring your arrangement is memorable.

• Rich in Science and History: This piece is a wonderful find for anglers, ichthyologists, Asian art collectors, or anyone who appreciates detailed scientific documentation from the early 20th century.

• A Thoughtful Gift: An ideal and unique gift for a fisherman, a world traveler, or a science enthusiast.