Canvas Print : Thorny or caltrop murex, Murex tribulus
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Thorny or caltrop murex, Murex tribulus
Thorny or caltrop murex, Murex tribulus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Thorny or Caltrop Murex Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, a breathtaking addition to your home or office decor. This exquisite print showcases the intricately detailed illustration of the Thorny or Caltrop Murex, also known as Murex tribulus, drawn and engraved by the renowned Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication to this timeless piece. Bring the beauty of the natural world into your space with this stunning, high-quality canvas print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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 exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the intricate details of the Thorny or Caltrop Murex, scientifically known as Murex tribulus. Drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist and illustrator, Richard Polydore Nodder, this illustration was published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in London, 1800. The Thorny Murex, a type of large marine gastropod, is native to the Mediterranean and Red Seas. The shell of this mollusk is characterized by its irregularly shaped, thorny, and spiky exterior. The calcareous shell is covered in numerous small, sharp projections, which not only provide protection against predators but also make it difficult for other organisms to attach themselves to the shell. The Thorny Murex is a herbivore, feeding primarily on algae and other marine vegetation. It is also known for producing a valuable purple dye, known as Tyrian Purple, which was highly prized in ancient civilizations for use in textiles and cosmetics. The dye was extracted from the murex's body and required a significant amount of the mollusks to produce a small quantity of the dye. This beautiful illustration not only showcases the intricacies of the Thorny Murex's shell but also highlights the importance of natural history in the scientific exploration and documentation of the natural world during the 18th and 19th centuries. The Naturalist's Miscellany, published by George Shaw and Frederick Nodder, was a significant contribution to the field of zoology and natural history, providing a detailed record of various species and their natural history information.
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