Sir Hans Sloanes collection of shells
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Sir Hans Sloanes collection of shells
Plate 5 from Arhtur MacGregors Hans Sloane, 1994. Shell specimens showing Sir Hans Sloanes catalogue numbers
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Arthur Gastropod Gastropoda Macgregor Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Neogastropoda Pointed Shell Shells Sir Hans Sloane Specimen Spiny Spiral Whelk White Background Buccinidae Invertebrata
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This photograph showcases a selection of exquisite shells from the renowned collection of Sir Hans Sloane (1660-1753), one of the most significant natural history collectors in history. The image, Plate 5 from Arthur MacGregor's Hans Sloane: A Collecting Obsession (1994), features an array of intricately patterned and shaped specimens, each with Sir Hans Sloane's meticulous catalog numbers inscribed. Sir Hans Sloane, a prominent physician and scientist, amassed an extraordinary collection of over 71,000 objects during his lifetime, including an impressive number of shells. This photograph highlights a diverse range of invertebrate mollusks, specifically gastropods or snails, from the classes Buccinidae and Neogastropoda. Among the featured shells, the true whelk (Buccinum undatum) stands out with its large, spiral shape and distinctive pointed tip. The shell's vibrant, spiral patterns add to its allure, making it a prized addition to Sir Hans Sloane's collection. The studio shot, with a clean white background, allows the beauty and intricacy of each shell to shine, providing a glimpse into the rich natural history that Sir Hans Sloane meticulously documented and preserved. Arthur MacGregor's photograph is a testament to the enduring fascination with the natural world and the importance of preserving and cataloging the wonders of the natural world for future generations.
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