1737
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Sole (Pleuronectes lunatus) is a 1737 ink by Mark Catesby, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image depicts a sole fish, its body a mottled brown and blue, with a distinctive pattern of blue circles and dots. The fish is shown in profile, with its head facing to the right and its tail to the left. The background of the image is a warm, creamy color. The fish's scales are textured, giving the image a sense of depth and dimensionality. The blue circles and dots on the fish's body are evenly spaced and add a touch of vibrancy to the overall image. The image is a detailed and realistic depiction of a sole fish, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the subtleties of natural forms. The artist: Catesby, Mark.
Mark Catesby (24 March 1683 – 23 December 1749) was an English naturalist who studied the flora and fauna of the New World.
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