Fine Art Print : Actinomma asteracanthion, radiolarian
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Actinomma asteracanthion, radiolarian
A glass model of a radiolarian, created by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in the late nineteenth century and held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Media ID 14238192
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
1822 1895 1857 1939 Blaschka Eukaryote Eukaryotic Fragile Leopold Leopold Blaschka Protist Protista Radiolaria Radiolarian Radiozoa Retaria Rhizaria Rudolf Rudolf Blaschka Polycystinea
A4 (21x29cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the mesmerizing beauty of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This exquisite piece showcases the intricate detail of Actinomma asteracanthion, a radiolarian, as captured through the lens of Mary Evans Prints Online. Inspired by the renowned glass models created by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in the late 19th century, housed at the Natural History Museum in London, our Fine Art Prints bring the wonder of the past into your modern home or office. Each print is produced using the highest quality materials and techniques, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail that will captivate and inspire you for years to come.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
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Estimated Product Size is 29.7cm x 21cm (11.7" x 8.3")
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 exquisite glass model showcases the intricate beauty of Actinomma asteracanthion, a radiolarian species belonging to the Actinommidae family. Radiolarians are a group of eukaryotic organisms, classified under the kingdom Protista, and are characterized by their radial symmetry and the presence of silica spicules. This particular model was meticulously crafted by Leopold Blaschka (1857-1939) and his father Rudolf Blaschka (1822-1895) in the late nineteenth century. The Blaschka father-son duo were renowned for their glass models of various marine organisms, including radiolarians, which they created for natural history museums around the world. Actinomma asteracanthion, with its delicate and intricate design, is a member of the order Retaria, and is also known as a nassellarian or polycystine radiolarian. The model accurately represents the organism's complex structure, featuring a central body surrounded by a series of radial arms, each adorned with fine, silica spicules. The Blaschka's attention to detail is evident in the minute replication of these spicules, which are essential to the organism's survival and structure. The Blaschka models were created using a technique called "pate de verre," where glass rods were melted and shaped by hand to create intricate molds. The resulting models were then painstakingly hand-painted to add color and detail. This Actinomma asteracanthion model, held at the Natural History Museum in London, is a testament to the Blaschka's artistic and scientific prowess, and offers a glimpse into the Victorian era's fascination with the natural world. The fragile beauty of this glass model serves as a reminder of the intricacy and diversity of life, even in the smallest of organisms.
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