Canvas Print : Cephaloptera Giorna, or Ox Ray
Canvas Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Cephaloptera Giorna, or Ox Ray
Cephaloptera Giorna, or Ox Ray, also known as Horned Ray. Date: 1862
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14227917
© The Sharp Illustration Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1862 Fishes Horned Skate Species Tail
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Breathtakingly capture the beauty of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. Our high-quality prints showcase this stunning image of Cephaloptera Giorna, or the Ox Ray, taken from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive. Dated back to 1862, this rights-managed photograph transports you to a time when underwater exploration was a new and wondrous frontier. With vibrant colors and intricate details, our canvas prints bring the mystery and allure of the deep sea right into your home or office space.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image showcases the enchanting figure of the Cephaloptera Giorna, or Ox Ray, a remarkable marine species of the late 1800s. Depicted in exquisite detail, this Ox Ray, also known as the Horned Ray or Pterocephala Giorna, is a stunning example of the natural wonders that populated the world's oceans during the Victorian era. The Ox Ray is characterized by its distinctive features, including a large, flat, disc-shaped body, a long, powerful tail, and two prominent horns that extend from the top of its head. These horns, which are used for defense against predators, give the Ox Ray its unique and intriguing appearance. This photograph, taken in 1862, offers a glimpse into the rich marine life that existed during the 1860s. The Ox Ray was a common sight in the shallow waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, and was a favorite among naturalists and collectors of the time. The intricate patterns and colors on the Ox Ray's body are on full display in this photograph, revealing the exquisite detail of its scales and skin. The gentle curves and flowing lines of its body create a sense of grace and beauty, making it a true masterpiece of nature. As we admire this stunning photograph, we are reminded of the importance of preserving the natural world and the wonders it holds. The Ox Ray, though no longer commonly found in our oceans today, serves as a reminder of the beauty and diversity of marine life that once thrived in our waters. This photograph is not only a testament to the natural history of the past, but also a call to action for us to protect and cherish the natural world for future generations.
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