Onychia platyptera, squid
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Onychia platyptera, squid
A glass model of a squid, created by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in the late nineteenth century and held at the Natural History Museum, London
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1822 1895 1857 1939 Blaschka Cephalopod Cephalopoda Fragile Leopold Leopold Blaschka Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Rudolf Rudolf Blaschka Squid Tentacle Teuthida Treasure Invertebrata
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite glass model of Onychia platyptera, a squid species, is a testament to the remarkable artistry and scientific curiosity of Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka. Created in the late nineteenth century at the height of the Victorian era, this intricately detailed masterpiece is held at the Natural History Museum in London. The Blaschka brothers, renowned for their skill in creating lifelike glass models of marine invertebrates, spent countless hours meticulously crafting each tiny detail of this squid, from its elongated body to its delicate, undulating tentacles. Onychia platyptera, also known as Onykia platyptera or Onychoteuthis platyptera, is a deep-sea squid belonging to the Onykoteuthidae family. With its long, slender body and eight arms and two feeding tentacles, this cephalopod is a fascinating example of the diversity of the molluscan class, the Cephalopoda. Despite its fragile appearance, this glass model has survived the test of time, providing a window into the past and offering a glimpse into the wonders of the deep sea. The intricacy and beauty of the Blaschka brothers' work continue to inspire awe and admiration, making this a true treasure for any natural history museum. This model is a reminder of the important role that scientific exploration and artistic expression played during the Victorian era, and the enduring impact they continue to have on our understanding of the natural world. The intricate details of this glass model of Onychia platyptera serve as a reminder of the delicate balance between science and art, and the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations to marvel at and learn from.
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