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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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13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Introduce the mysteries of the deep into your home or office with our stunning Framed Prints featuring the Humboldt Squid, Dosidicus gigas. This exquisite illustration, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate details of this enigmatic cephalopod, also known as the Balloon Cuttlefish or Sepia tunicata. Captured by the skilled hand of Richard Polydore Nodder, this historical engraving transports you to the depths of the ocean, inviting awe and wonder. Elevate your space with the allure of the underwater world.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
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.
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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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