{"product_id":"scup-stenotomus-chrysops-by-john-l-petrie-1898","title":"Scup (Stenotomus chrysops) by John L. Petrie, 1898","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn L. Petrie’s The Porgee or Scup, Stenotomus chrysops (1898) captures a sleek Atlantic fish with the refined precision that defined late-Victorian natural history art. Created for William C. Harris’s landmark series The Fishes of North America, the illustration exemplifies the era’s union of scientific inquiry and painterly skill. Petrie was known for working directly from fresh, living specimens so that the sheen and true coloration could be recorded before they dulled, and the final plates were translated into richly detailed chromolithographs—both accurate to the species and visually compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality fine art print of Petrie’s 1898 plate, produced on your choice of acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Available in a range of sizes with optional framing, each piece is crafted to order by The Unique Maps Co., with personalization options such as custom captions and dedication lines. Need a special size or a particular margin for a favorite frame? We can tailor dimensions, borders, and layout to suit your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: John L. Petrie was a gifted American illustrator who collaborated closely with editor-angler William C. Harris on a multi-year project to document North America’s fish species with fidelity and grace. His reputation rests on meticulous observation—recording fin structure, body shape, and surface patterning with calm, controlled technique—and an ability to translate field experience into plates that serve scientists, anglers, and art lovers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the subject: Stenotomus chrysops—commonly known as the scup or porgy—has long been familiar along the Atlantic coast, valued by coastal communities and sport fishers for generations. Works like this plate were more than decorative images; they functioned as enduring records of regional biodiversity at a time when the United States was intent on cataloging its natural resources, from forests and birds to freshwater and marine species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and design: Petrie renders the scup with a naturalistic palette dominated by green, yellow-olive, and warm brown, accented by muted blues that suggest the wash of seawater behind the fish. Distinct spotting along the body adds both identification cues and visual rhythm. The streamlined form appears suspended in a softly brushed aquatic field, the smooth, precise strokes enhancing scale texture, gentle iridescence, and the lively suggestion of motion. The result is a poised, quietly dramatic portrait—equally at home in a study, coastal living room, or contemporary gallery wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful gift for anglers, marine biologists, beach house hosts, and anyone who treasures the American coast, this fine art print suits occasions from Christmas and Father’s Day to housewarmings—or as a memento for someone returning from time spent on the New England or Mid-Atlantic shore.\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":58421953692032,"sku":"UM00332649A","price":76.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421953724800,"sku":"UM00332650A","price":204.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421953757568,"sku":"UM00332651A","price":213.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421953790336,"sku":"UM00332652A","price":122.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421953823104,"sku":"UM00332653A","price":291.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421953855872,"sku":"UM00332654A","price":310.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x36in (60x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421953888640,"sku":"UM00332655A","price":161.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x36in (60x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421953921408,"sku":"UM00332656A","price":465.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x36in (60x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421953954176,"sku":"UM00332657A","price":484.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x45in (70x114cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421953986944,"sku":"UM00332658A","price":223.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x45in (70x114cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421954019712,"sku":"UM00332659A","price":890.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x45in (70x114cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421954052480,"sku":"UM00332660A","price":890.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"31x50in (79x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421954085248,"sku":"UM00332661A","price":407.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"31x50in (79x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421954118016,"sku":"UM00332662A","price":1693.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"31x50in (79x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421954150784,"sku":"UM00332663A","price":1587.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421954183552,"sku":"UM00332664A","price":591.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421954216320,"sku":"UM00332665A","price":2709.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421954249088,"sku":"UM00332666A","price":2516.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"44x70in (112x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58421954281856,"sku":"UM00332667A","price":997.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"44x70in (112x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58421954314624,"sku":"UM00332668A","price":3628.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"44x70in (112x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58421954347392,"sku":"UM00332669A","price":3386.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_24fd2197-0f70-405b-a9a3-43bdaea0a7a5.jpg?v=1783682428","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.ca\/de\/products\/scup-stenotomus-chrysops-by-john-l-petrie-1898","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}