Naturhistorisk tegning 1844 - 1910

"Naturhistorisk tegning" is a detailed black and white drawing of a deep sea fish, the anglerfish, by Danish artist Carl Christian Larsen Cordts. The artwork, created between 1844 and 1910, showcases the artist's keen eye for detail and scientific accuracy. Cordts, known for his natural history illustrations, captures the anglerfish's unique morphology, highlighting its bioluminescent lure and distinctive, spiny dorsal fin. The artwork, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offers viewers a glimpse into the fascinating world of deep sea creatures and the scientific curiosity of the 19th century.