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Blastoidea, plate from Artforms of Nature, c. 1899-1904 (colour engraving)
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Blastoidea, plate from Artforms of Nature, c. 1899-1904 (colour engraving)
BCC124711 Blastoidea, plate from Artforms of Nature, c.1899-1904 (colour engraving) by Haeckel, Ernst (1834-1919); Calmann & King, London, UK; (add.info.: Blastoids (Class Blastoidea) are an extinct type of stemmed echinoderm; They originated in the Ordovician period and reached their greatest diversity in the Mississippian subperiod of the Carboniferous period. Blastoids persisted until their extinction at the end of Permian, about 250 million years ago. Blastoids were high-level, stalked suspension feeders (feeding mainly on planktonic organisms) that inhabited clear-to-silty, moderately-agitated ocean waters from shelf to basin.); German, out of copyright
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This print showcases a plate from "Artforms of Nature" a renowned collection of illustrations by Ernst Haeckel. The image depicts Blastoidea, an extinct class of stemmed echinoderms that thrived millions of years ago. These fascinating creatures first emerged during the Ordovician period and reached their peak diversity in the Mississippian subperiod of the Carboniferous era. Blastoids were remarkable high-level suspension feeders, relying on planktonic organisms as their primary source of nourishment. They inhabited various ocean environments, ranging from clear to silty waters with moderate agitation, spanning from shelf to basin areas. This particular engraving captures the intricate details and vibrant colors that characterized these ancient beings. The artwork serves as a reminder of Earth's rich history and the incredible diversity that once existed within our oceans. It offers us a glimpse into a world long gone but not forgotten—a time when Blastoidea roamed freely before meeting their ultimate demise at the end of Permian, approximately 250 million years ago. As we admire this print, we are reminded both of nature's ability to evolve and adapt over time and its fragility in the face of extinction. Through Haeckel's masterful depiction, we can appreciate not only the scientific significance but also the artistic beauty found within these fossilized remains.
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