Stør (Sturio siue Acipenser) 1620 - 1669

"Stør (Sturio siue Acipenser)" is a detailed, 17th-century engraving by Albert Flamen depicting a sturgeon. Created between 1620 and 1669, the work showcases the artist's mastery of naturalism with meticulous detail given to the sturgeon's scales and anatomy. The composition, featuring a background of ships and a distant cityscape, suggests a maritime setting, highlighting the sturgeon's role as a significant catch in the region. The artwork, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, exemplifies the scientific and artistic interest in natural history during the early modern period.