Photographic Print : Heliosphaera actinota, radiolarian
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Heliosphaera actinota, radiolarian
A glass model of a radiolarian, created by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in the late nineteenth century and held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Media ID 14238184
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1822 1895 1857 1939 Blaschka Eukaryote Eukaryotic Fragile Leopold Leopold Blaschka Protist Protista Protozoa Protozoan Radiolaria Radiolarian Radiozoa Retaria Rhizaria Rudolf Rudolf Blaschka Cercozoa Phaeodaria
10"x10" Photo Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the Heliosphaera actinota, a radiolarian species, with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. These high-quality prints showcase an intricately detailed glass model of this mesmerizing marine organism, created by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in the late 19th century. Housed at the Natural History Museum in London, this exquisite piece is now accessible to you, adding a touch of natural wonder to your home or office décor. Our prints are available under Rights Managed licensing from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring you have a unique and authentic addition to your collection. Order now and bring the marvels of the deep sea into your world.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 23cm (10" x 9.1")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
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 exquisite glass model showcases Heliosphaera actinota, a radiolarian species belonging to the Aulosphaeridae family. Radiolarians are a group of protists, characterized by their radial symmetry and the presence of a silica test or skeleton. Heliosphaera actinota, also known as Phaeosphaeria actinota, is a member of the Phaeodarea or Phaeodarian subclass, which is characterized by the presence of a gelatinous sheath surrounding the silica test. This stunning glass model was meticulously crafted by Leopold Blaschka (1822-1895) and his son Rudolf Blaschka (1857-1939) in the late nineteenth century. The Blaschka father-son team were renowned for their intricately detailed glass models of marine invertebrates, plants, and other natural specimens. Their models were created using various glass techniques and were highly prized for their beauty and accuracy. Heliosphaera actinota is depicted in this model with its characteristic radial symmetry, featuring eight arms or rays extending from the central body. The model also reveals the delicate, intricate details of the radiolarian's test, which is adorned with small, radiating spicules. The Blaschka's glass model provides a fascinating glimpse into the microscopic world of radiolarians, showcasing their fragile and intricate structures that are otherwise difficult to observe in their natural habitat. This historical artifact is now held in the esteemed collections of the Natural History Museum in London, where it continues to captivate and inspire visitors. The Blaschka glass models are a testament to the Victorian era's fascination with the natural world and the lengths to which scientists and artists went to explore and document it. This Heliosphaera actinota model is a reminder of the rich history of scientific inquiry and the beauty of the natural world, which continues to inspire and intrigue us today.
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