Canvas Print : Rossia dispar, squid
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Rossia dispar, squid
A glass model of a squid, 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 14238066
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
1822 1895 1857 1939 Blaschka Cephalopod Cephalopoda Fragile Leopold Leopold Blaschka Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Rudolf Rudolf Blaschka Squid Tentacle Teuthida Bobtail Squid Invertebrata Sepiolida Sepiolidae
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the wonders of the deep sea into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning image captures the intricate detail of the Rossia dispar, a beautiful and elusive squid species. Originally documented by Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating photograph is inspired by the Glass Model of a Squid held at the Natural History Museum, London, created by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in the late 19th century. Our high-quality canvas prints are vibrant, long-lasting, and sure to make a dramatic statement in any room. Add this unique piece to your collection and let the underwater adventure begin!
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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
1. Title: "A Victorian Marvel: The Glass-Modeled Rossia Dispar Squid by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka at the Natural History Museum, London" 2.. This image showcases a glass model of the Rossia Dispar squid, meticulously crafted by Leopold Blaschka (1822-1895) and his son Rudolf Blaschka (1857-1939) in the late 19th century. Housed at the Natural History Museum in London, this stunning work of art is a testament to the Blaschka's unparalleled skill in creating lifelike glass models of marine invertebrates. The Rossia Dispar, also known as the Bobtail Squid or the One-eyed Squid, is a species of small, deep-sea squid belonging to the family Sepiolidae. Measuring around 20 cm (8 inches) in length, this elusive cephalopod is characterized by its distinctive, large, single eye and two short, broad tentacles. Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka's glass models were created using a technique called "pate de verre," which involves pouring molten glass into a mold and manipulating it while still hot. The intricate details of the Rossia Dispar's anatomy, including its delicate tentacles and the texture of its skin, were painstakingly replicated in glass. Despite their fragile appearance, these glass models have withstood the test of time, providing an enduring record of the natural world as it was understood during the Victorian era. The Blaschka's glass models are not only valuable scientifically but also aesthetically, offering a glimpse into the past and the fascination with the natural world that drove their creation. This exquisite glass model of the Rossia Dispar squid is a reminder of the rich history of scientific exploration and the beauty of the marine world, as captured through the artistry of Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka.
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