Spider conch shell, Lambis lambis

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Spider conch shell, Lambis lambis

Spider conch shell, Lambis lambis.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812

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Conch Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Polydore Shaw Shell Spider

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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the intricacies of the Spider Conch Shell, Lambis lambis, a magnificent marine mollusk native to the tropical Atlantic Ocean. The image, taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany" published in 1812, offers a detailed and accurate representation of the Spider Conch's unique features. The Spider Conch, also known as the Queen Conch or the Whelk, is named for its distinctive spiral shape and the web-like pattern on its outer surface. The shell's rich, golden-brown hue is accentuated by the intricate handcoloring, which brings out the intricate details of the shell's texture and form. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a popular scientific publication of the time, and this engraving is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and accuracy that characterized such works. The collaboration between Shaw and Nodder, two renowned naturalists of the era, resulted in a comprehensive and visually stunning record of the natural world. Polydore Richard Nodder (1787-1844) was a British naturalist, illustrator, and publisher, while George Shaw (1751-1813) was a British naturalist, artist, and author. Together, they produced numerous works on natural history, including "The Naturalist's Miscellany," which was published between 1809 and 1817. This beautiful and historically significant image of the Spider Conch Shell provides a glimpse into the natural history of the past and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and documenting the natural world for future generations.

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