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Poster Print : Chiragra spider conch, scallop, whelk, sea snail, etc
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Chiragra spider conch, scallop, whelk, sea snail, etc
Various mollusc shells: Chiragra spider conch, Harpago chiragra 1, scallops, Pecten species 2-5, whelk, Buccinum undatum 6, Lagena species 7, sea snail, Rapa rapa 8, de ajuinschil shell 9. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Georg Wolfgang Knorr from his Deliciae Naturae Selectae of Kabinet van Zeldzaamheden der Natuur, Blusse and Son, Nuremberg, 1771
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Media ID 23184486
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Buccinum Conch Georg Knorr Mollusc Pecten Rapa Scallop Shell Shells Snail Species Spider Various Whelk Wolfgang Zoological
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the underwater world with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints, featuring an enchanting collection of mollusc shells. Marvel at the intricate patterns of the Chiragra spider conch (Harpago chiragra), the iridescent sheen of scallops (Pecten species), the distinctive ridges of the whelk (Buccinum undatum), and the delicate swirls of the sea snail (Rapa rapa). Also included in this exquisite series are the Harpago chiragra 1, Pecten species 2-5, Lagena species 7, and the de ajuinschil shell 9. Each high-quality print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is rights managed, ensuring you'll be the proud owner of a unique and authentic piece of art for your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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.
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by the skilled artist Georg Wolfgang Knorr in 1771, showcases a stunning collection of various mollusc shells. The centerpiece of this intricately detailed illustration is the Chiragra spider conch, or Harpago chiragra, represented in the upper left corner. Its distinctive spiral shape and intricate patterns make it a true marvel of nature. Surrounding the Chiragra spider conch are an array of other molluscs, each displaying their unique and beautiful forms. To the right of the Chiragra, a group of scallops, Pecten species 2-5, are depicted with their iconic fan-like shells. Below the Chiragra, a whelk, Buccinum undatum, can be seen with its large, spiral-shaped shell and distinctive umbilicus. Further down, a Lagena species 7 sea snail is illustrated, its elongated, spiraled shell adorned with intricate patterns. Nearby, a Rapa rapa, or abalone, is shown with its large, flat, ear-shaped shell. In the bottom left corner, a de ajuinschil shell is depicted, its unique, iridescent, and textured surface adding to the overall beauty of the composition. This illustration, part of Knorr's Deliciae Naturae Selectae of Kabinet van Zeldzaamheden der Natuur, is a testament to the natural world's wonders and the artistic skill of the time. The meticulous attention to detail and the vibrant colors used in this engraving make it a true masterpiece, showcasing the natural history of these molluscs and their captivating forms.
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