Poster Print : Physalia physallis, Portuguese man-of-war
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Physalia physallis, Portuguese man-of-war
Portuguese man-of-war painting by Pieter de Bevere. From the Loten Collection (dated 1754-57) held at the Natural History Museum, London
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1722 C1781 18th Century Cnidaria Cnidarian Coelenterata Coelenterate Hydrozoa Hydrozoan Jelly Jelly Fish Jellyfish Leptolida Leptolina Leptolinae Loten Man Of War Medusa Jellyfish Medusozoa Physalia Physaliidae Invertebrata Physalia Physalis Pieter Cornelius De Bevere
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the awe-inspiring Portuguese Man-of-War Poster Print from Media Storehouse, an exquisite addition to any marine-themed decor or learning space. This captivating image showcases the majestic beauty of the infamous Portuguese Man-of-War, a fascinating marine organism often mistakenly identified as a jellyfish. Originally captured by renowned Dutch engraver Pieter de Bevere in the 18th century, this detailed illustration is sourced from the esteemed Loten Collection at the Natural History Museum in London. The intricate lines and lifelike colors of this Rights Managed print bring the Portuguese Man-of-War's unique features to life, revealing its complex structure and mesmerizing tentacles. Immerse yourself in the underwater world, and let this stunning poster print spark curiosity and wonder in all who view it. The perfect conversation starter, it's an excellent choice for marine biology enthusiasts, classrooms, laboratories, or any space where the beauty and mystery of the ocean is celebrated. Order your Portuguese Man-of-War Poster Print today, and bring a touch of the deep sea into your home or workplace.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning 18th-century illustration by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere depicts the enigmatic and fascinating Portuguese man-of-war, Physalia physalis. The Portuguese man-of-war is not a true jellyfish but rather a colonial hydrozoan, belonging to the class Hydrozoa and order Physaliidae. This complex organism is composed of a floating colony of polyps, known as the float, which is topped by a large, translucent sail-like structure called the pneumatophore. The man-of-war's tentacles, which can reach up to 30 feet (9 meters) in length, are not part of the main organism but rather specialized feeding polyps called leptocodia or leptolinae. The Portuguese man-of-war is native to tropical and subtropical waters around the world and is infamous for its painful sting, which can cause severe pain and even death in humans. The tentacles are armed with tiny, harpoon-like structures called nematocysts, which inject venom into their prey. The man-of-war feeds primarily on plankton and small fish. This exquisite painting, part of the Loten Collection held at the Natural History Museum in London, dates from 1754-57. The intricate details and vibrant colors showcase the beauty and complexity of this remarkable marine organism. Pieter Cornelius de Bevere (1683-1752) was a renowned Dutch botanical and zoological illustrator, whose work was widely published in Europe during the 18th century. His illustrations of various marine species, including the Portuguese man-of-war, were highly regarded for their accuracy and artistic merit.
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