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Humboldt squid, Dosidicus gigas
Humboldt squid, Dosidicus gigas (Balloon cuttlefish, Sepia tunicata). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1802
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the mesmerizing underwater world with our exquisite Humboldt Squid Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning representation, drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist Richard Polydore Nodder, showcases the unique features of Dosidicus gigas, also known as the Humboldt squid or Balloon Cuttlefish. With its large eyes, elongated arms, and distinctive tentacles, this magnificent creature is a true marvel of the deep sea. Bring the mystery and wonder of the ocean into your home or office with this captivating work of art. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by the skilled hands of Richard Polydore Nodder, showcases two fascinating cephalopods: the Humboldt squid, Dosidicus gigas, and the Balloon cuttlefish, Sepia tunicata. The Humboldt squid, also known as the "devilfish," is a large, elongated cephalopod found in the eastern Pacific Ocean. With its large eyes and long, slender arms, it is a formidable and enigmatic creature of the deep. The Balloon cuttlefish, or Sepia tunicata, is a smaller, more delicate cephalopod, known for its ability to change color and texture to blend in with its surroundings. The intricate details of this illustration, published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in 1802, provide a window into the natural history of these fascinating creatures. The Humboldt squid is depicted with its arms outstretched, revealing the distinctive pattern of its suckers, while the Balloon cuttlefish is shown inflating its body to resemble a floating piece of seaweed. The delicate shading and precise lines of the engraving bring these creatures to life, capturing their unique beauty and intrigue. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a popular scientific journal of the time, dedicated to the publication of high-quality illustrations and descriptions of natural history specimens. This illustration of the Humboldt squid and Balloon cuttlefish is a testament to the importance of natural history in the early 19th century, and a reminder of the enduring fascination that these creatures continue to hold for scientists, artists, and the public alike.
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