Roach, fish illustration print from Rev. William Houghton's "British Freshwater Fishes", 1879 art poster canvas gift

Roach, fish illustration print from Rev. William Houghton's "British Freshwater Fishes", 1879 art poster canvas giftA beautiful Victorian illustration of Roach fish Common roach Rutilus rutilus from Rev. William Houghton's "British Freshwater Fishes", published in 1879. The Reverend William Houghton (18281895) was an English naturalist and clergyman, noted for being the author of British Fresh Water Fishes. Houghton was rector of Preston on the Weald Moors in Shropshire. A serious naturalist, he became a Fellow of the Linnaean Society of London. Houghton studied

A beautiful Victorian illustration of Roach fish Common roach Rutilus rutilus from Rev. William Houghton's "British Freshwater Fishes", published in 1879.

The Reverend William Houghton (1828–1895) was an English naturalist and clergyman, noted for being the author of British Fresh-Water Fishes. Houghton was rector of Preston on the Weald Moors in Shropshire. A serious naturalist, he became a Fellow of the Linnaean Society of London. Houghton studied fish specimens at the British Museum to produce his major work: British Fresh-Water Fishes, which was accomplished with participation of Alexander Francis Lydon (artist), Benjamin Fawcett (printer) and William Mackenzie (publisher).

This poster is a high quality "giclée" reproduction of a restored antique original, custom-printed on Standard Single-weight Matt Coated art paper 140gsm or  Heavyweight Matt Coated art paper 230gsm (more of a thin card density), or superb Epson Matt Canvas 320gsm, according to your choice. We use the latest UltraChromeHDX pigment inks which guarantee 60 years of colour  permanence (up to 200 years fade-proof for colour prints).  This poster is suitable for mounting and framing, as well as direct display on a wall.

This high-resolution, museum-grade fine art print is produced from a unique restored image. Printed on premium archival-quality art paper or canvas, it makes a striking addition to any interior as wall décor or a poster, and a memorable gift for lovers of antique and vintage maps, collectors of historic prints, historians, and explorers. Almost indistinguishable from the original Victorian engraving, it adds character and interest to a study, library, or office wall. It also makes a thoughtful gift for all occasions, including Christmas, Valentine's Day, Easter, and Father's or Mother's Day.