Photographic Print : Physalia physalis, Portuguese man-of-war
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Physalia physalis, Portuguese man-of-war
Ff. 38 Vol 3. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771
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18th Century Adventure Captain James Cook Cnidaria Cnidarian Coelenterata Coelenterate Cook Discovery Exploration Hydrozoa Hydrozoan Jelly Jelly Fish Jellyfish Leptolida Leptolina Leptolinae Man Of War Medusa Jellyfish Medusozoa Physaliidae Invertebrata
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the awe-inspiring "Physalia physalis, Portuguese man-of-war" print from Media Storehouse's exclusive collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a rare watercolor painting by Sydney Parkinson, created during the historic first voyage of Captain James Cook to explore the southern continent in 1768-1771. Witness the beauty and intrigue of this iconic marine creature, known as the Portuguese man-of-war, in stunning detail. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display. Add this extraordinary piece to your collection and bring a touch of maritime history into your home or office. Our range of Photographic Prints is rights managed, ensuring the authenticity and exclusivity of your purchase.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.3cm x 25.4cm (7.2" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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 stunning watercolor painting by Sydney Parkinson captures the intrigue and mystery of the Physalia physalis, or Portuguese man-of-war, during Captain James Cook's first voyage to explore the southern continent from 1768 to 1771. Cook and his crew encountered this fascinating invertebrate in the waters of the Pacific Ocean, and Parkinson's illustration provides a vivid record of their discovery. The Portuguese man-of-war is not actually a true jellyfish, but rather a colonial hydrozoan, consisting of a floating colony of polyps that function as a single organism. The large, translucent sail-like structures, known as floats, propel the colony through the water, while the tentacles, which can reach up to 30 feet in length, trail beneath. These tentacles are lined with stinging cells, or nematocysts, which the man-of-war uses to capture and immobilize prey. This painting is a testament to the incredible biodiversity that Cook and his crew encountered on their expedition. The man-of-war, with its striking appearance and deadly sting, would have been a fascinating and daunting sight for the sailors of the HMS Endeavour. The painting also showcases the remarkable talent of Sydney Parkinson, who was Cook's official artist on the voyage. His detailed and accurate illustrations of the flora and fauna they encountered were invaluable in documenting the discoveries of the expedition. As a member of the class Cnidaria, the Portuguese man-of-war is related to other coelenterates such as corals, sea anemones, and true jellyfish. The man-of-war belongs to the order Physaliidae, and is also known as the blue bottle or the Portuguese man-o'-war. Despite its intimidating appearance, the Portuguese man-of-war plays an important role in the marine ecosystem as a predator and scavenger, and its stinging tentacles can provide a valuable defense against other marine organisms.
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