Underwater illustration from “The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen” by Joseph Benwell Clark

We are pleased to spotlight an underwater scene illustration by Joseph Benwell Clark from the fantasy book “The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen.”

© Joseph Benwell Clark, Underwater Scene from “The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen,” 1920. Public domain, via Tumblr.

From a fish with a trumpet-like snout to a “web-footed horse,” this striking 1844 artwork perfectly melds creativity with storytelling to bring the Baron’s sea adventures to life! This piece of art, shared with us by our supporter, is a timestamp highlighting how our #IconicFishes have helped spark creativity across every era.

We hope this artwork inspires you to explore our  #IconicFishes and take part in our growing arts movement too! 💙

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