Poster Print : Green (Edible) Turtle - Chelonia mydas. Turtle meat was much prized. Edible turtles were imported live into Europe as a table delicacy. Wood engraving c1890

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Green (Edible) Turtle - Chelonia mydas. Turtle meat was much prized. Edible turtles were imported live into Europe as a table delicacy. Wood engraving c1890

530273 Green (Edible) Turtle - Chelonia mydas. Turtle meat was much prized. Edible turtles were imported live into Europe as a table delicacy. Wood engraving c1890. ; Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38207322

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

C1890 Delicacy Edible Herpetology Imported Live Meat Turtle Turtles Chelonia Mydas Prized

A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Bring a touch of history and elegance to your space with our Poster Print featuring the Green (Edible) Turtle - Chelonia mydas. This stunning wood engraving from c1890 showcases the prized delicacy of turtle meat in Europe. A unique and captivating addition to any room, this print is sure to spark conversation and admiration.

A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.2cm (23.4" x 15.4")

Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

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This wood engraving from 1890 showcases the Green (Edible) Turtle, Chelonia mydas, a species highly prized for its meat. In centuries past, these turtles were imported live into Europe as a luxurious table delicacy, enjoyed by the elite of society. The intricate details of this print bring to life the natural beauty of this marine reptile, with its striking green shell and graceful form. The history behind the consumption of turtle meat is reflected in this image, serving as a reminder of how tastes and customs have evolved over time. As we gaze upon this piece from Fine Art Finder's collection, we are transported back to an era where exotic foods were symbols of wealth and status. The depiction of the edible turtle in all its glory serves as a testament to human fascination with nature's bounty. Let us marvel at the craftsmanship of this wood engraving and reflect on the complex relationship between humans and wildlife. May it inspire us to appreciate and protect our planet's precious creatures for generations to come.

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