Oeuvres du comte de Lacépède A Paris Chez F.D. Pillot 1830-1833 Natural history Whale Crustacea Zoology Vertebrates Pictorial works Baleine franche Eubalaena glacialis Taxonomy Common North Atlantic right whale, The illustration showcases a detailed side view of a whale, specifically labeled as 'Baleine Françoise.' The creature's form is rendered with intricate line work, highlighting its robust body structure, elongated shape, and unique features such as the blowhole and flippers. Suspended near the center is an octopus, depicted in a manner that emphasizes its tentacles and cephalopod characteristics. The careful shading and texturing create a sense of depth and realism, making the marine life seem both majestic and enigmatic. The accompanying text beneath the illustration provides the name of the species, adding an educational element to this artistic representation of marine fauna.