Glass Coaster : Philonexia catenulatus, octopus
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Philonexia catenulatus, octopus
A glass model of an octopus, 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 14238064
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
1822 1895 1857 1939 Blaschka Cephalopod Cephalopoda Fragile Leopold Leopold Blaschka Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Octopod Octopoda Octopus Rudolf Rudolf Blaschka Tentacle Treasure Invertebrata
Glass Coaster
Individual Glass Coaster. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (10x10cm, 7mm thick). Price shown is per individual coaster.
Individual Glass Coaster. Elegant polished safety toughened glass and heat resistant, matching Place Mats are also available
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 5.9cm x 7.6cm (2.3" x 3")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite glass model of the Philonexia catenulatus octopus, created by the renowned father-and-son team Leopold (1822-1895) and Rudolf Blaschka (1857-1939) in the late 19th century, is a captivating treasure held at the Natural History Museum in London. The Blaschka's meticulously crafted this intricate work of art using thousands of individual glass tubes, painstakingly arranged to replicate the undulating forms of the octopus's body and the delicate curves of its eight tentacles. The Philonexia catenulatus, also known as the dwarf octopus, is a small invertebrate belonging to the Cephalopoda class, and is native to the shallow waters of the Mediterranean and the North Atlantic. This model, a testament to the Blaschka's extraordinary skills, provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the Victorian era. The fragile beauty of the glass model stands in stark contrast to the dynamic and elusive nature of its living counterpart. The intricate details of the model's suction cups and the subtle shading of its skin, achieved through the use of various colored glass, bring the octopus to life in a way that was not possible through traditional taxidermy methods. The Blaschka's glass models of various marine invertebrates, including this Philonexia catenulatus octopus, are considered to be some of the most beautiful and intricate examples of scientific glass art. Their work continues to inspire awe and admiration, and serves as a reminder of the rich history of scientific exploration and discovery.
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