Fishes III
1885-1890
Frederick McCoy turns a scientific study into a visual feast with this vibrant fish, sporting bold red vertical stripes against a shimmering yellow and green body. The main figure is surrounded by delicate line drawings that dissect the creature’s anatomy—like a 19th-century IKEA manual for marine biologists—showing off the intricate structure of its fins and head. Before photography could capture the ocean's true colors, illustrations like this were the primary way scientists shared discoveries, blending rigorous accuracy with a splash of artistic flair that makes even a biology textbook look like a gallery piece.
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