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Fossils of extinct marine creatures
Fossil of extinct demosponge Verticillites 1, Rubula soldanii 2, and Nubecularia lucifuga 3. Verticillite crecateo d Ellis, Rubula del Soldani, Nubecularia lucifuga. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century
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1837 Antoine Creatures Delle Dictionary Dizionario Edible Extinct Florence Fossils Francois Jussieu Laurent Lycoperdon Mycology Naturali Pierre Scienze Stipple Truffle Tuber Turpin Vegetable
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the fascinating world of extinct marine creatures with our captivating jigsaw puzzles from Media Storehouse, featuring an intriguing image from Mary Evans Picture Library. This mesmerizing puzzle showcases three remarkable fossils: Verticillites 1, Rubula soldanii, and Nubecularia lucifuga. Assemble the pieces to reveal the intricate details of these ancient organisms, including the createo form of Verticillites, the delicate structures of Rubula soldanii, and the luminescent appearance of Nubecularia lucifuga. Ideal for puzzle enthusiasts, educators, and anyone with a curiosity for the natural world, this challenging and rewarding puzzle is sure to provide hours of entertainment while expanding your knowledge of Earth's rich history.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
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 stipple engraving, published in Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali (Dictionary of Natural Sciences) in Florence, Italy, in 1837, showcases three fascinating fossils of extinct marine creatures: Verticillites 1, Rubula soldanii 2, and Nubecularia lucifuga 3. The central fossil, Verticillites, represents the remains of an extinct demosponge, a type of marine organism that is not truly a plant or an animal but rather a member of the phylum Porifera. Its intricate, lattice-like structure is reminiscent of a black truffle or tuber, with the tiny fossilized pores resembling the melanosporum or cibarium of a modern truffle. To the left, the fossil of Rubula soldanii displays the delicate, branching structure of an ancient sponge, now extinct. Its form bears a striking resemblance to the cap of a lycoperdon or truffle, a fungus commonly known as a puffball. The third fossil, Nubecularia lucifuga, is depicted on the right side of the engraving. This extinct marine organism, also a type of sponge, is characterized by its spherical shape and intricate, web-like structure, which resembles the surface of a truffle or a mushroom cap. This exquisite illustration, engraved by Corsi and drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, both past and present. Turpin, a renowned French botanical illustrator of the 19th century, masterfully captured the intricacies of these ancient marine creatures, providing a glimpse into the rich history of the natural sciences.
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