Plate 20: Sea Bream, Dentex, Sargo, and Other Fish c. 1575 - 1580

This meticulously detailed watercolor, created by Flemish artist Joris Hoefnagel around 1575-1580, showcases various species of fish, including sea bream, dentex, and sargo. The artist's keen eye for detail is evident in the delicate rendering of scales, fins, and even the water surrounding the fish. This work is a testament to Hoefnagel's mastery of naturalism, a hallmark of 16th-century scientific illustration.