Juan Bautista Bru (1742-1749) - Sea Bream (hand Colored Engraving) [spanish Sea Fish)
Hand-colored etchingThe collection of fish and other products from the seas of Spain appears to have an exclusively ichthyological purpose, but the writings of the project's ideologue, the enlightened Antonio Sáñez Reguart, demonstrate that it was a response to a series of environmental problems, reported as early as the 18th century, such as the overexploitation and devastation of the seabed by the use of trawls.36 x 24 cm / 48 x 36 cm framed
450 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Other
Reference (ID): 1557710
Availability: In stock
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