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Bunodes ballii, sea anemone
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Bunodes ballii, sea anemone
A glass model of a sea anemone, 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 Actiniaria Actiniarian Actiniidae Anemone Anthozoa Anthozoan Ballii Blaschka Bunodes Cnidaria Cnidarian Coelenterata Coelenterate Coral Fragile Hexacorallia Leopold Leopold Blaschka Rudolf Rudolf Blaschka Sea Anemone Invertebrata
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1. Title: "A Victorian Marvel: The Glass-Crafted Bunodes Ballii Sea Anemone by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka at the Natural History Museum, London" This image showcases a glass-modeled Bunodes Ballii sea anemone, meticulously crafted by the renowned father-and-son duo, Leopold (1822-1895) and Rudolf Blaschka (1857-1939), during the late 19th century. Housed at the esteemed Natural History Museum in London, this intricate masterpiece is a testament to their extraordinary skills in glassmaking and natural history. The Blaschka brothers were renowned for their lifelike glass models of various marine organisms, including this exquisite representation of Bunodes Ballii, a species of sea anemone belonging to the Actiniaria order. The model's delicate, translucent tentacles and vibrant colors accurately depict the anemone's natural appearance, providing an authentic representation of this fragile and fascinating invertebrate. The Bunodes Ballii sea anemone, also known as the "Glass Sea Anemone," is an anthozoan, a type of cnidarian, and a member of the Actiniidae family. Its hexacorallian structure is characterized by its six-fold radial symmetry, making it a common feature among other sea anemones and corals. Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka's glass models were not only admired for their aesthetic appeal but also for their educational significance. These models served as valuable teaching tools for students and researchers, providing an up-close and detailed look at various marine organisms that were otherwise difficult to study due to their delicate nature or inaccessibility. This glass model of Bunodes Ballii sea anemone stands as a testament to the Blaschka brothers' unwavering dedication to natural history and their innovative approach to scientific education. It remains an essential part of the Natural History Museum's extensive collection, continuing to inspire awe and fascination among visitors and researchers alike.
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