Fine Art Print : Coloured SEM of the feather of a wren
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Coloured SEM of the feather of a wren
Feather. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of barbs, barbules and barbicels on the feather of a wren, Troglodytes troglodytes. The flat broad vane of a feather is formed by comb-like rows of filaments called barbs which project from either side of the central shaft. Similarly, each barb has two rows of minute filaments called barbules. The barbules on one side bear hooks called barbicels (seen here) while those on the other have a groove. The arrangement is such as to hook adjacent barbs together, interlinking the whole structure. Thus the feather is strong yet flexible and light, making it ideal for flight. Magnification: x270 at 5x7cm size. x900 at 10x8ins
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Media ID 9308065
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Animal Body Barb Barbule Bird Feather Feathers Magnified Image Microscopic Photos Subjects Troglodytes Troglodytes Wren
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the intricate beauty of nature with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This captivating image showcases a coloured Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) of a wren feather, revealing the intricate details of its barbs, barbules, and barbicels. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colours and exceptional detail. Bring the wonders of science into your home or office with this stunning, one-of-a-kind piece from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate beauty of a wren's feather, captured through a coloured scanning electron micrograph. The image reveals the mesmerizing details of barbs, barbules, and barbicels that form the flat broad vane of this delicate structure. Each filament-like barb extends from the central shaft in comb-like rows, while two rows of minuscule filaments called barbules adorn each individual barb. In this magnified image, we can observe that one side of the barbules bears tiny hooks known as barbicels, which interlink with adjacent barbs to create a robust yet flexible and lightweight composition. This unique arrangement is crucial for flight capabilities in birds like the wren (Troglodytes troglodytes), enabling them to soar gracefully through their natural habitat. With a magnification level of x270 at 5x7cm size or an impressive x900 at 10x8ins size, this microscopic photograph offers us an extraordinary glimpse into nature's remarkable design. It highlights not only the anatomical intricacies but also emphasizes how even seemingly small elements contribute to overall functionality. Science Photo Library has masterfully captured this stunning visual representation without any commercial intentions. Through their lens, they invite us to appreciate both the aesthetic allure and scientific significance found within subjects such as feathers and animal bodies.
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