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Sea star species
Sea star or starfish with five arms, under side, Asterias rubens A, starfish from the North Sea 1, 2, and sea star, Asterias rubens 3, 4. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Georg Wolfgang Knorrs Deliciae Naturae Selectae of Kabinet van Zeldzaamheden der Natuur, Blusse and Son, Nuremberg, 1771. Specimens from a Wunderkammer or Cabinet of Curiosities owned by Dr. Christoph Jacob Trew in Nuremberg
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Auserlesenes Blusse Cabinet Deliciae Georg Kabinet Knorr Naturae Naturalien Cabinet Natuur Oder Selectae Wolfgang Zeldzaamheden Zoological Wunderkammer
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Brighten someone's day with our exquisite selection of Sea Star Greeting Cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring stunning underwater imagery of Asterias rubens, also known as the Common Sea Star or Five-armed Starfish, these cards bring the wonders of the North Sea right to your doorstep. With three unique images showcasing the starfish's intricate design from different angles, these cards are perfect for marine enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Each card comes with a thoughtful blank interior for your personal message, making them an ideal choice for birthdays, anniversaries, or just to say 'thank you.' Bring a touch of the ocean into your world with our Sea Star 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.
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases four specimens of the Sea star species, Asterias rubens, from the North Sea. The intricately detailed illustration is an exquisite example of the naturalistic artistry found in Georg Wolfgang Knorr's Deliciae Naturae Selectae, published by Blusse and Son in Nuremberg in 1771. The engraving offers a unique perspective of the sea stars' undersides, revealing their distinctive radial symmetry and the intricate patterns of their five arms. The vibrant colors and meticulous shading bring the marine creatures to life, highlighting their delicate textures and the subtle variations in their appearances. Sea stars, also known as starfish, are a fascinating and diverse group of echinoderms that inhabit the world's oceans. They are characterized by their radiating arms, which are covered in tiny tube feet that enable them to move across the seafloor and cling to rocks and other surfaces. This beautiful engraving is believed to have been part of the Wunderkammer, or Cabinet of Curiosities, owned by Dr. Christoph Jacob Trew in Nuremberg. Wunderkammern were private collections of unusual and exotic objects, often including natural specimens, that were meant to inspire wonder and curiosity. The engraving's inclusion in such a collection speaks to the fascination and appreciation for the natural world that existed during the 18th century. Today, this engraving remains a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world and the artistry of the natural history illustrators of the past. Its intricate details and vibrant colors continue to captivate and inspire, offering a glimpse into the wonders of the sea and the natural history of the North Sea's sea stars.
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