Cushion : Rhegmatodes thalassina, jellyfish model
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Rhegmatodes thalassina, jellyfish model
A glass model of a jellyfish, created by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in the late nineteenth century and held at the Natural History Museum, London
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1822 1895 1857 1939 Blaschka Cnidaria Cnidarian Coelenterata Coelenterate Fragile Hydrozoa Hydrozoan Jelly Jelly Fish Jellyfish Leopold Leopold Blaschka Medusa Jellyfish Medusozoa Rhegmatodes Rhegmatodes Thalassina Rudolf Rudolf Blaschka Tentacle Invertebrata
Cushion
Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning glass model depicts Rhegmatodes thalassina, a beautiful and intricately detailed representation of a jellyfish created by the renowned Blaschka brothers, Leopold (1822-1895) and Rudolf (1857-1939), in the late 19th century. The Blaschka brothers were renowned for their exquisite glass models of various marine organisms, which they meticulously crafted to capture the essence of their natural subjects. The model showcases the medusa stage of this hydrozoan jellyfish, a member of the class Cnidaria and the phylum Cnidaria. The delicate, translucent bell of the jellyfish is adorned with intricate patterns, while its long, trailing tentacles are curled elegantly around the base of the model. The Blaschka brothers' attention to detail is truly remarkable, as they managed to capture the ethereal beauty and fragility of this marine creature in a medium as unforgiving as glass. Rhegmatodes thalassina is a member of the order Rhopalonotida, and its name comes from the Greek words "rhegma," meaning "furrow," and "odes," meaning "master," likely referring to the distinct furrows on the jellyfish's bell. This jellyfish is found in the Atlantic and Mediterranean seas and is known for its ability to sting its prey with its tentacles, which are lined with tiny, venomous cells called nematocysts. This glass model is now held in the esteemed collections of the Natural History Museum in London, a testament to the Blaschka brothers' remarkable skill and their significant contributions to the fields of natural history and scientific education. The intricate details of this model continue to captivate and inspire visitors to this day, offering a glimpse into the wonders of the natural world and the remarkable achievements of the past.
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