Postcard : Sepia elegans, squid
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Sepia elegans, squid
A glass model of a squid, 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 14238068
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
1822 1895 1857 1939 Blaschka Cephalopod Cephalopoda Cuttlefish Fragile Leopold Leopold Blaschka Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Rudolf Rudolf Blaschka Sepia Sepiida Sepiidae Squid Tentacle Teuthida Invertebrata
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite glass model of Sepia elegans, or the common cuttlefish, is a testament to the remarkable craftsmanship of Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka. Created in the late nineteenth century, during the height of the Victorian era, this intricate work of art is held at the esteemed Natural History Museum in London. The Blaschka brothers, renowned for their skill in creating lifelike glass models of various marine invertebrates, meticulously crafted this model of the Sepia elegans, a member of the Sepiida family, which also includes the more commonly known octopus and squid. The model, which dates back to the years 1857 to 1895, is a fragile yet stunning representation of the Sepia elegans, with its delicate tentacles curled around the base. The intricate details of the model's body, including the textured surface and the subtle coloration, accurately reflect the real creature's appearance. The model's glass eyes, which are carefully crafted to resemble the animal's actual eyes, add to the overall realism of the piece. The Blaschka brothers' glass models were not only works of art but also valuable educational tools. They were used to teach anatomy and natural history to students and researchers, providing a unique and visually stunning way to study these intriguing creatures. The Sepia elegans model, with its elegant form and intricate details, is a testament to the brothers' dedication to accurately representing the natural world through their glass creations. Today, this Sepia elegans model remains a cherished piece in the Natural History Museum's collection, a reminder of the beauty and intrigue of the marine world and the remarkable craftsmanship of the Blaschka brothers.
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