{"product_id":"pompano-trachinotus-carolinus-by-john-l-petrie-1898","title":"Pompano (Trachinotus carolinus) by John L. Petrie, 1898","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pompano, Trachinotus carolinis (1898) by John L. Petrie is a luminous Victorian zoological illustration from William C. Harris’s celebrated series The Fishes of North America. In the great age of naturalism, Petrie’s chromolithograph marries scientific observation with refined artistry, presenting a sleek, freshly landed fish against a restrained, watery backdrop. Its quiet elegance reflects the late‑19th‑century belief that accurate depiction—down to the shimmer of a scale—could educate as surely as it could delight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality fine art print produced by The Unique Maps Co., available on acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, with optional frame-and-mount packages in classic finishes. Canvas prints can be gallery wrapped, and we’re happy to personalize your piece with a custom caption or dedication—making each print uniquely yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: John L. Petrie worked closely with angling expert William C. Harris and leading printers of the era to capture the true coloration and form of American fish. His plates are admired for their faithful anatomy and polished finish—hallmarks of top-tier chromolithography. By layering carefully inked stones to build tone and sheen, Petrie conveyed the ephemeral luster of a specimen moments after it left the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the subject: The pompano—esteemed along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts for both sport and table—embodies the period’s growing enthusiasm for marine biology and recreational fishing. Harris’s ambitious project sought to document North America’s fishes with a level of precision that would serve scientists, anglers, and the curious public alike. Prints like this bridged art and education, turning living knowledge into enduring images suitable for libraries, tackle clubs, and parlors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor, style, and design: A serene wash of sea‑green and pale blue sets off the fish’s streamlined silhouette, while fine lithographic shading and stippling articulate the scales, fin rays, and subtle modeling of the body. Soft olive and beige undertones play against warm yellow highlights near the fins, suggesting natural iridescence and the dappled light of shallow water. The composition is clean and balanced—ample negative space focuses attention on the pompano’s elegant form—making this a versatile piece for coastal, contemporary, or classic interiors. If you appreciate scientific art, you’ll value how the print communicates both beauty and knowledge; in zoological terms, the species is commonly known as the pompano (Trachinotus carolinus), rendered here with exceptional fidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA refined choice for anglers, marine-life enthusiasts, and lovers of vintage natural history, this print makes a thoughtful gift for Christmas, Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, a coastal housewarming, or to welcome home a friend freshly back from Florida or the Gulf Coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e a different size, a different colour, a special frame \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e then please \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e. I usually respond within a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/map-personalisation\"\u003emore examples of personalisation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also choose to \u003cem\u003eage\u003c\/em\u003e your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/sepia-aged-maps\"\u003elots of examples of other aged artwork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model in the listing images is holding the 36x20in (90x50cm) version of this art print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/map-finishes-framed-canvas\"\u003estandard frames\u003c\/a\u003e come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex\/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Unique Maps Co.","offers":[{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421956936064,"sku":"UM00332943A","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421956968832,"sku":"UM00332944A","price":228.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421957001600,"sku":"UM00332945A","price":239.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421957034368,"sku":"UM00332946A","price":137.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421957067136,"sku":"UM00332947A","price":325.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421957099904,"sku":"UM00332948A","price":347.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x36in (60x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421957132672,"sku":"UM00332949A","price":180.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x36in (60x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421957165440,"sku":"UM00332950A","price":520.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x36in (60x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421957198208,"sku":"UM00332951A","price":542.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x45in (70x114cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421957230976,"sku":"UM00332952A","price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x45in (70x114cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421957263744,"sku":"UM00332953A","price":997.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x45in (70x114cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421957296512,"sku":"UM00332954A","price":997.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"31x50in (79x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421957329280,"sku":"UM00332955A","price":455.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"31x50in (79x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421957362048,"sku":"UM00332956A","price":1896.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"31x50in (79x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421957394816,"sku":"UM00332957A","price":1776.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421957427584,"sku":"UM00332958A","price":661.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421957460352,"sku":"UM00332959A","price":3033.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421957493120,"sku":"UM00332960A","price":2816.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"44x70in (112x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421957525888,"sku":"UM00332961A","price":1116.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"44x70in (112x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421957558656,"sku":"UM00332962A","price":4061.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"44x70in (112x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421957591424,"sku":"UM00332963A","price":3791.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_606aac22-cddf-40a9-bbca-8286647ceda7.jpg?v=1783682460","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.net\/de\/products\/pompano-trachinotus-carolinus-by-john-l-petrie-1898","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}