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Tethys sea slug, Tethys fimbria
Tethys sea slug, Tethys fimbria (Crenulated tethys). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1801
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Frederick Miscellany Naturalists Nodder Polydore Shaw Slug Fimbria Tethys
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Discover the captivating underwater world with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the exquisite Tethys sea slug, Tethys fimbria. This stunning image, sourced from the rich archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a beautiful hand-colored copperplate engraving by Richard Polydore Nodder from George Shaw's publication. Bring the intricate details and vibrant colors of this rare and fascinating marine creature into your home or office with our high-quality metal prints. Each print is meticulously crafted using advanced printing techniques to ensure a long-lasting, vivid, and waterproof display. Add a touch of natural beauty to your space with this unique and captivating Tethys sea slug metal print.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Tethys Sea Slug, Tethys fimbria, also known as the Crenulated Tethys. The image was meticulously drawn and engraved by the skilled hands of Richard Polydore Nodder and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in London, 1801. The Tethys Sea Slug is a marine gastropod mollusk, characterized by its elongated, flat body and intricately patterned dorsal surface. The species is named for the ancient sea goddess Tethys, and the Latin term "fimbria," meaning "fringe," refers to the distinct, wavy, crenulated border that encircles the slug's body. The Tethys Sea Slug is native to the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, and it is known for its ability to camouflage itself by changing color and texture to blend in with its surroundings. This adaptation helps the slug evade predators and ambush its prey. The slug's diet consists primarily of various types of algae, which it collects using its radula, a tongue-like organ covered in tiny teeth. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a popular and influential work in the field of natural history during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The publication showcased high-quality illustrations of a wide range of natural specimens, contributing significantly to the advancement of zoological knowledge during this period. This stunning image of the Tethys Sea Slug is a testament to the remarkable artistry and scientific accuracy of the time.
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