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Framed Print : Chrysaora isosceles, jellyfish model
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Chrysaora isosceles, jellyfish model
A glass model of a jellyfish, created by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in the late nineteenth century and held at the Natural History Museum, London
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1822 1895 1857 1939 Blaschka Cnidaria Cnidarian Coelenterata Coelenterate Fragile Hydrozoa Hydrozoan Jelly Jelly Fish Jellyfish Leopold Leopold Blaschka Medusa Jellyfish Medusozoa Rudolf Rudolf Blaschka Scyphozoa Scyphozoan Tentacle True Jellyfish Chrysaora Invertebrata Pelagiidae Sea Nettle Semaeostomeae
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the wonders of the deep sea into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases the Chrysaora isosceles jellyfish, a glass model created by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in the late 19th century, now held at the Natural History Museum in London. Each print is meticulously produced to showcase the intricate details and vibrant colors of this enchanting marine creature. Add a touch of natural beauty and wonder to any room with this stunning, museum-quality print.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.4cm x 39.6cm (10.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite glass model showcases the intricate beauty of Chrysaora isosceles, also known as the Sea Nettle or Isosceles Jellyfish. Created by the renowned father-and-son team Leopold (1822-1895) and Rudolf Blaschka (1857-1939) in the late 19th century, this masterpiece is now held at the Natural History Museum in London. The Blaschka's meticulously crafted this model using glass and other materials to capture the delicate details of this Cnidarian species, which belongs to the class Scyphozoa and the order Pelagiidae. Chrysaora isosceles is a large, bell-shaped jellyfish with long, trailing tentacles that can reach up to 30 cm in length. The model accurately depicts the jellyfish's distinctive features, including its bell, which is divided into two lobes by a central, transverse furrow. The model also showcases the delicate, feathery structures called dactylometra that line the jellyfish's tentacles, which are used to capture prey. The Blaschka's glass models of jellyfish, hydrozoans, and other marine invertebrates are renowned for their lifelike accuracy and intricate detail. These models were created using a combination of glass, colored pigments, and other materials, and were often illuminated from within to enhance their beauty. The models were a popular attraction during the Victorian era and continue to be admired for their artistic and scientific merit. Despite their fragile appearance, Chrysaora isosceles and other jellyfish play a vital role in the marine ecosystem as predators and prey. They are an essential part of the food chain and help to maintain the balance of the ocean's delicate ecosystem. This glass model serves as a reminder of the beauty and importance of these fascinating creatures, which continue to inspire wonder and fascination to this day.
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