LS Plate 194 A-D from the John Reeves Collection
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LS Plate 194 A-D 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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LS Plate 194 A-D from the John Reeves Collection: A Glimpse into 19th Century Chinese Natural History This stunning set of four watercolor illustrations, LS Plate 194 A-D, is a captivating glimpse into the natural history of China during the 19th century. The illustrations are part of the extensive collection of John Reeves, a renowned tea inspector who traveled to Canton, China, with a mission to document the diverse flora and fauna of the region. The illustrations depict four different species of fish native to Asian waters. The first, a large, mottled brown fish with a long, snouted body and spotted pattern (LS Plate 194 A), is identified as a Spotted Silver Carp (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix). The second, a long, slender fish with a silver body and dark spots (LS Plate 194 B), is a Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio). The third, a smaller, more elongated fish with a brown body and dark spots (LS Plate 194 C), is a Mud Carp (Cirrhinus mossambicus). Lastly, the fourth illustration (LS Plate 194 D) showcases a fish with a silver body, dark spots, and a distinct, long snout, identified as a Longsnout Silverside (Menidia longicornis). John Reeves' meticulous watercolor illustrations provide a unique window into the natural world of 19th century Asia. His dedication to documenting the diverse array of species, such as these fish, has left us with an invaluable record of the natural history of the region. These illustrations are not only beautiful works of art but also serve as important scientific records, offering us a glimpse into the natural history of China and its waters.
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