Magnificent feather duster, Sabellastarte magnifica 1, dead man's fingers, Alcyonium digitatum 2, and scrupocellaria (scrupocellaire), Scrupocellaria scruposa 3

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Magnificent feather duster, Sabellastarte magnifica 1, dead man's fingers, Alcyonium digitatum 2, and scrupocellaria (scrupocellaire), Scrupocellaria scruposa 3

FLO4575128 Magnificent feather duster, Sabellastarte magnifica 1, dead man's fingers, Alcyonium digitatum 2, and scrupocellaria (scrupocellaire), Scrupocellaria scruposa 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1802.; (add.info.: Magnificent feather duster, Sabellastarte magnifica 1, dead man's fingers, Alcyonium digitatum 2, and scrupocellaria (scrupocellaire), Scrupocellaria scruposa 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1802.); © Florilegius

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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bilderbuch fur Kinder" showcases the intricate beauty of marine life in the early 19th century. The image features three fascinating creatures: the Magnificent feather duster, Sabellastarte magnifica, with its delicate and colorful feathery tentacles; the eerie Dead man's fingers, Alcyonium digitatum, resembling ghostly skeletal hands reaching out from the depths; and the intricate Scrupocellaria (scrupocellaire), Scrupocellaria scruposa, a colony of tiny animals forming an elaborate structure. Each organism is meticulously detailed in this artwork, highlighting their unique characteristics and textures. The vibrant colors bring these underwater wonders to life, inviting viewers to marvel at the diversity of nature beneath the waves. As we gaze upon this historical illustration, we are reminded of the importance of preserving our oceans and protecting these incredible species for future generations to appreciate. Through art like this engraving, we can gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for the natural world around us. Let this print serve as a reminder of the beauty that lies beneath the surface of our seas and inspire us to cherish and protect it for years to come.

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