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Lambris chiragra, spider conch
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Lambris chiragra, spider conch
Watercolour of a spider conch by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever
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1729 1788 1760 1844 18th Century Arachnid Arachnida Araneae Arthropod Arthropoda Conch Gastropod Gastropoda Lever Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Neotaenioglossa Pointed Protrusion Invertebrata
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This exquisite watercolor painting depicts the Lambris chiragra, also known as the Harpago Chiragra or Spider Conch, a unique and intriguing mollusk and arthropod hybrid. Painted by the talented Sarah Stone around 1760-1844, this artwork is a captivating representation of this rare and fascinating creature. The Lambris chiragra, belonging to the classes Mollusca and Arachnida, is a gastropod mollusk with a protruding arachnid-like appendage. This unusual combination of characteristics is a result of the conch's symbiotic relationship with a hermit crab, which inhabits the empty shell of the Lambris chiragra. The hermit crab uses the chiragra's protrusion, called a harpago, to defend itself against predators. The painting showcases the Lambris chiragra's intricate and delicate patterns, with its spiraled shell adorned with intricate lines and subtle color variations. The contrast between the soft, curved lines of the mollusk and the sharp, angular lines of the arachnid appendage create a striking visual effect. Sarah Stone's attention to detail and mastery of watercolor techniques bring the Lambris chiragra to life in this beautiful artwork. The painting is a testament to the natural world's infinite diversity and the beauty that can be found in even the most unusual of creatures. This artwork is part of the collection of Sir Ashton Lever, a renowned collector and naturalist of the 18th century. Lever's collection, which included a vast array of natural history specimens, was one of the most extensive of its time. The Lambris chiragra painting is a valuable addition to Lever's collection, showcasing the natural world's wonders and the artistic talent of Sarah Stone.
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