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Heart urchin, Spatangus purpureus
Heart urchin, Spatangus purpureus. Spatango paonazzo. 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 Crinoid Delle Dictionary Dizionario Extinct Florence Francois Heart Jussieu Laurent Naturali Pierre Purpureus Scienze Stipple Turpin Urchin Encrinus
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the wonders of the underwater world with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzle featuring the Heart Urchin, Spatangus purpureus. This intricately detailed puzzle showcases a stunning hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali. Immerse yourself in the beauty of this marine creature, with its distinctive heart-shaped test and vibrant purple hues. A perfect addition to your collection or as a gift for puzzle enthusiasts and marine life admirers alike.
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 stunning hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving depicts the Heart Urchin, Spatangus purpureus, also known as Spatango paonazzo. The Heart Urchin is a type of crinoid or sea lily, which is an extinct group of marine animals that lived from the Ordovician Period to the present day. This particular species was once abundant in European waters. The intricately detailed illustration was created in 1837 as part of Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, or Dictionary of Natural Sciences, published in Florence, Italy. The illustration was drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by the renowned French botanical illustrator Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin (1775-1840). Turpin is considered one of the greatest botanical illustrators of the 19th century, known for his precise and elegant style. The Heart Urchin is named for its distinctive heart-shaped test, or protective covering. Its five arms are adorned with long, slender spines, which helped to protect it from predators. The engraving captures the intricate details of the Heart Urchin's test and spines, as well as the subtle coloration and texture of its surface. The use of the copperplate stipple engraving technique allowed for a high level of detail and tonal variation in the final image. The hand-coloring adds an additional layer of beauty and realism, bringing the Heart Urchin to life in a way that a image could not. Today, the Heart Urchin is considered extinct, with no confirmed sightings since the late 1800s. This beautiful illustration serves as a reminder of the incredible diversity of marine life that once existed and the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations.
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