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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
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the ocean with our Tethys Sea Slug, Tethys fimbria poster print. This exquisite image, taken from a rare 19th-century hand-colored copperplate engraving by Richard Polydore Nodder, showcases the intricate details of this unique crenulated sea slug. Add a touch of natural wonder to your walls with this stunning, high-quality poster print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. Perfect for marine enthusiasts, biology classrooms, or anyone who appreciates the intricacies of the natural world.
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.
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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 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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