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Naked-eye medusa and hydrozoan jellyfish
Naked-eye medusa, Orythia viridis, Oritia verde 1, and hydrozoans, Geryonia proboscidalis, Dianea gabert 2, and Liriope tetraphylla, Gerionia tetrafilla 3. 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 Cyanea Delle Dictionary Dizionario Florence Francois Gabriel Hydrozoan Jelly Jellyfish Jussieu Laurent Medusa Naked Naturali Pierre Pretre Scienze Species Stinging Stipple Turpin
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving, titled "Naked-eye Medusa and Hydrozoan Jellyfish," is a captivating illustration from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's "Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali," published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The illustration was engraved by Corsi, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre, and directed by the renowned French botanical illustrator Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin. The image showcases several intriguing marine species, including the Naked-eye Medusa, Orythia viridis, also known as Oritia verde, and various hydrozoan jellyfish. The Medusa is depicted with its bell-shaped body and trailing tentacles, displaying the distinct pattern of its oral arms. The hydrozoans illustrated are Geryonia proboscidalis, Dianea gabert, and Liriope tetraphylla, also known as Gerionia tetrafilla. These jellyfish are characterized by their umbrella-shaped bodies and tentacles, which are adorned with tiny stinging cells called nematocysts. Turpin, a leading botanical illustrator of the 19th century, expertly captured the delicate details and vibrant colors of these marine creatures. The intricate stipple engraving technique used to create this illustration adds depth and texture, making the jellyfish appear lifelike and captivating. This illustration offers a glimpse into the rich marine biodiversity of the past and showcases the exceptional talent of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin as a botanical illustrator. The Naked-eye Medusa and Hydrozoan Jellyfish continue to inspire awe and fascination, reminding us of the wonders that lie beneath the ocean's surface.
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