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Framed Print : Norway king crab or northern stone crab, Lithodes maja
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Norway king crab or northern stone crab, Lithodes maja
Norway king crab or northern stone crab, Lithodes maja. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Sowerby from The British Miscellany, or Coloured figures of new, rare, or little known animal subjects, London, 1804
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12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring the wonders of the deep into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving by James Sowerby features the Norway king crab or northern stone crab, Lithodes maja, captured in intricate detail. With its vibrant colors and rich history, this piece is a must-have for marine enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Our high-quality frames enhance the beauty of the print, ensuring a stunning addition to any room. Experience the underwater world like never before with Media Storehouse Framed Prints.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts the Norway King Crab or Northern Stone Crab, Lithodes maja, a large and impressive marine crustacean native to the North Atlantic and Arctic seas. The crab's robust and armored body is covered in a thick layer of hair-like setae, providing excellent camouflage among the rocky seafloor. Its long, powerful legs are tipped with sharp claws, used for both defense and capture of prey. The Norway King Crab is a popular subject in zoological studies due to its unique features and significant size, with some individuals reaching up to 5 meters (16 feet) in leg span and weighing over 15 kilograms (33 pounds). This engraving, taken from The British Miscellany, or Coloured Figures of New, Rare, or Little Known Animal Subjects, published in London in 1804 by James Sowerby, showcases the intricate details of the crab's anatomy and offers a glimpse into the natural history of this fascinating marine creature. The Norway King Crab's scientific name, Lithodes maja, comes from the Greek words "lithos," meaning stone, and "odes," meaning foot, reflecting its stony habitat and powerful limbs. The crab's common names, Norway King Crab and Northern Stone Crab, refer to its distribution in the Northern Atlantic and Arctic regions. This exquisite engraving is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and studying marine ecosystems for future generations.
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