Poster Print : Radiolarian
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Radiolarian
A glass model of a radiolarian, 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 14238174
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
1822 1895 1857 1939 Blaschka Eukaryote Eukaryotic Fragile Leopold Leopold Blaschka Protist Protista Radiolaria Radiolarian Radiozoa Retaria Rhizaria Rudolf Rudolf Blaschka
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the wonders of the natural world into your home or office with our exquisite Radiolarian Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate glass model of a Radiolarian by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka. Housed at the Natural History Museum in London, this unique and beautiful marine organism is now available to admire in print form. Add a touch of science and art to your space with this captivating poster print.
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 Product Size is 29.7cm x 21cm (11.7" x 8.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Victorian Marvel: The Radiolarian Glass Model by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka at the Natural History Museum, London 2.. This exquisite glass model of a Radiolarian, displayed at the Natural History Museum in London, is a testament to the extraordinary artistic and scientific achievements of Leopold Blaschka (1822-1895) and his son Rudolf Blaschka (1857-1939). Created in the late 19th century, this delicate masterpiece showcases the intricate beauty of these single-celled, eukaryotic organisms belonging to the phylum Radiolaria, which are part of the larger group known as the Protista. Radiolarians are characterized by their silica skeletons, which are intricately patterned and often display a radial symmetry. Their fragile, transparent bodies are adapted to life in the ocean, where they float and feed on plankton. The Blaschkas' meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate glass replication of the radiolarian's delicate structures, including its silica spicules and tentacles. The Blaschkas' glass models were not only works of art but also essential tools for scientific research. These models allowed scientists to study the morphology and structure of various organisms in great detail, contributing significantly to the advancement of the natural sciences during the Victorian era. The Radiolarian model is a prime example of the Blaschkas' mastery of glassworking and their dedication to scientific accuracy. Today, this precious glass model remains an enduring symbol of the rich history of scientific discovery and the beauty of the natural world. It continues to captivate visitors at the Natural History Museum in London, inspiring awe and wonder at the intricacies of life, both past and present.
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