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The Water Spider and Its Diving Bell (colour litho)
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The Water Spider and Its Diving Bell (colour litho)
5210969 The Water Spider and Its Diving Bell (colour litho) by Twidle, Arthur (1865-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Water Spider and Its Diving Bell. Illustration for Marvels of the Universe (Hutchinson, c 1912).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22254368
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The Water Spider and Its Diving Bell
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is a captivating colour lithograph that takes us back in time to marvel at the wonders of nature. Created by Arthur Twidle, this print showcases an extraordinary scene from "Marvels of the Universe" published around 1912. In this historical image, we witness the peculiar sight of a water spider navigating its way through an underwater world. The spider has ingeniously constructed a diving bell using silken threads and bubbles, creating a unique air-filled chamber for itself. Moored among the weeds, it appears as if suspended between two realms – water and air. The young water spider seems perfectly at ease within its unusual contraption, which serves as both protection and nursery for its future offspring. The intricate webs surrounding the diving bell add to the oddity of this spectacle, reminding us of nature's remarkable adaptability. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded that our universe holds countless secrets waiting to be discovered. It is these strange and wonderful phenomena like the water spider's diving bell that continue to amaze us even today. This fine art piece captures not only a moment frozen in time but also sparks our curiosity about the hidden wonders lurking beneath Earth's surface. Let us cherish such glimpses into history and appreciate how they inspire awe in our hearts.
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