
This is a vintage lithograph depicting two seals in a marine environment. The larger seal is in the foreground, shown lying on what appears to be a rocky shore. It has a sleek, dark gray coat with a mottled pattern. The seal is positioned with its head raised and looking towards the viewer. Its flippers are visible, and it appears to be partially submerged in the water. In the background, a smaller seal is perched on a rocky outcrop, also looking towards the viewer. The background also features a distant view of mountains and a pale blue sky with a few birds flying in it. The water is depicted with delicate washes of blue and green, suggesting a shallow coastal area. There is some vegetation visible near the base of the larger seal, adding to the naturalistic feel of the illustration. The style of the illustration is reminiscent of 19th-century natural history illustrations, with a focus on accurate depiction and detailed rendering. The image is labeled at the bottom with the scientific name 'STENORHYNCHUS LEPTONYX'.