Sword Snouted Shark, Eeu parrang, Squalus poristis, from 'Drawings of Fishes from Malacca', c.1805-18

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"Sword Snouted Shark, Eeu parrang, Squalus poristis" is a natural history illustration from the collection titled "Drawings of Fishes from Malacca," which dates back to the period of approximately 1805-1818. The artist behind this collection is anonymous, and little is known about their identity or the exact circumstances of the artworks' creation. The illustration in question depicts a shark species with distinctive sword-like snout features, referred to in the title by both its local name "Eeu parrang" and its scientific nomenclature "Squalus poristis."

The "Drawings of Fishes from Malacca" is a significant historical record of ichthyological diversity in the Malacca region during the early 19th century. The collection is valued for its contribution to the documentation of marine life in the Strait of Malacca, an area rich in biodiversity and an important trade route during the time. The illustrations are noted for their artistic merit as well as their scientific value, providing insights into the knowledge and depiction of marine species during the colonial period in Southeast Asia.

The "Sword Snouted Shark" illustration is particularly noteworthy for its detailed portrayal of the shark's morphology, which may offer clues to the species' identification and classification. While the exact species represented in the illustration may not correspond to a currently recognized scientific species, the historical context and the depiction of local knowledge make it an important artifact for both art historians and marine biologists.

The artwork is part of a larger body of work that serves as a testament to the intersection of art, science, and exploration during the age of European colonial expansion. As such, it holds a place in the broader narrative of natural history illustration and the documentation of the world's flora and fauna by explorers and scientists of the time.

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