Greetings Card : Amoria undulata sea snail
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Amoria undulata sea snail
Amoria undulata sea snail.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This stunning design showcases the Amoria undulata sea snail, an intricately detailed illustration from the Naturalist's Miscellany, originally drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder and handcolored by expert artisans. Each card captures the beauty and allure of this unique marine creature, transporting you to the depths of the ocean. Perfect for marine enthusiasts or as a thoughtful and unique greeting, our cards are printed on high-quality paper and come with an elegant white envelope, ensuring your message arrives in style. Add a touch of natural wonder to your correspondence with Media Storehouse's Amoria undulata sea snail greeting cards.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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
1. Title: "Amoria undulata Sea Snail: A Glimpse into the Fascinating World of 18th Century Natural History" This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the Amoria undulata sea snail, a captivating mollusk that once graced the pages of George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's seminal work, "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in London in 1800. The intricately detailed illustration was drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist artist, Richard Polydore Nodder. The Amoria undulata, also known as the wavy Amoria, is a beautiful marine gastropod with a distinctive, undulating spiral shell. Its delicate, almost ethereal appearance is a testament to the meticulous observation and artistic skill of the naturalists and illustrators of the time. The engraving reveals the intricate patterns and textures of the snail's shell, as well as the delicate, filamentous byssal threads that the Amoria uses to attach itself to rocks and other surfaces in its underwater habitat. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a groundbreaking publication that showcased the latest discoveries and advancements in the fields of zoology and natural history. The work was renowned for its high-quality illustrations, which were produced using the most advanced techniques of the time, including handcoloring and copperplate engraving. The result was a stunning visual record of the natural world, which captivated the imaginations of scholars, collectors, and enthusiasts alike. This beautiful image of the Amoria undulata sea snail offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th century natural history, a time when the exploration and documentation of the natural world was a source of endless fascination and inspiration. Today, it serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the rich heritage of scientific discovery and artistic achievement.
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