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Sentinel crab, Podophthalmus vigil
Sentinel crab or common podophthalmus, Podophthalmus vigil. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1815
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Common Crab Creature Crustacean Elford Leach Miscellany Nodder Polydore Sentinel Vigil Zoological
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the natural world with our exquisite Sentinel Crab Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving, drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder and published in William Elford Leach's Zoological Miscellany, showcases the intricate details of the Sentinel Crab or Podophthalmus vigil. Bring the mystery and wonder of the deep sea into your home or office with this timeless piece of art, expertly sourced from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online. A must-have for marine life enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.3cm x 50.8cm (13.9" 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 exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the intricate beauty of the Sentinel crab, scientifically known as Podophthalmus vigil. The Sentinel crab, also commonly referred to as the Common Podophthalmus, is a small marine crustacean native to the North Atlantic and North Sea. Richly adorned with intricate patterns and textures, this crab is a sight to behold. Its body is covered in small, overlapping plates, giving it a protective armor. The most distinctive feature of the Sentinel crab is its large, bulbous eyes, which are situated at the tips of its long, slender legs. These eyes help the crab to detect predators and prey in its environment, making it an effective sentinel of the seafloor. This stunning illustration was drawn and engraved by the skilled hand of Richard Polydore Nodder, and published in William Elford Leach's Zoological Miscellany in 1815. The meticulous attention to detail in this engraving allows us to appreciate the intricacies of the Sentinel crab's anatomy and the delicate patterns of its exoskeleton. The Sentinel crab is an essential part of the marine ecosystem, playing a role in maintaining the balance of the food chain. Its unique appearance and adaptations make it a fascinating subject for scientific study and artistic exploration. This beautiful illustration serves as a testament to the natural world's wonders and the power of artistic representation to capture their essence.
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