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Framed Print : Barnacles K970315
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Barnacles K970315
DOWN HOUSE, Kent. Plate I " Balanus Tintinnabulum" showing barnacles from " A Monograph on the Sub Class Cirripedia" by Charles Darwin
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Media ID 969009
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22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Barnacles K970315" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, in partnership with Historic England Photo Library. This exquisite piece showcases a detailed image of Barnacles from "A Monograph on the Sub Class Cirripedia" by Charles Darwin. Taken at Down House in Kent, this photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the natural world as explored by the legendary scientist. The high-quality print is expertly framed, adding a touch of history and sophistication to any room. Bring home this beautiful piece and let the wonders of nature inspire you every day.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.5cm x 39.6cm (10" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph print, sourced from the Historic England Photo Library, showcases a Victorian-era illustration titled "Balanus Tintinnabulum" from Charles Darwin's seminal work, "A Monograph on the Sub-Class Cirripedia." The image, labeled as Barnacles K970315, depicts a close-up view of barnacles, a common marine organism, residing on the iconic Down House property in Kent, England. Charles Darwin, the renowned naturalist and scientist, meticulously documented the natural world around him, and his groundbreaking research on barnacles significantly advanced the understanding of their complex life cycles and evolutionary relationships. In "A Monograph on the Sub-Class Cirripedia," Darwin presented detailed observations and illustrations of various barnacle species, including the Balanus Tintinnabulum, which is featured in this photograph. The intricately detailed illustration in the photograph reveals the unique morphology of the barnacles, with their calcified plates and cirri, or feathery appendages, clearly visible. The image is a testament to the high-quality production techniques of the time, which allowed for such precise and accurate depictions. Down House, Darwin's family home and the site of much of his groundbreaking research, holds significant historical importance as a place where some of the most influential scientific discoveries were made. The presence of these barnacles on the property adds to its rich natural and scientific heritage. This photograph print is not only an exquisite example of Victorian-era illustration but also a fascinating glimpse into the world of Charles Darwin and the scientific discoveries that shaped our understanding of the natural world.
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