Poster Print : Spongosphaera streptacantha, radiolarian
Resolution may be poor at this size (53 DPI)
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Spongosphaera streptacantha, 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 14238180
© 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 Polycystinea
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Spongosphaera streptacantha Radiolarian Poster Print from Media Storehouse, a stunning addition to any marine-themed decor or scientific workspace. This exquisite image, sourced from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a glass model of the Spongosphaera streptacantha radiolarian created by the renowned Blaschka brothers in the late 19th century. Housed at the Natural History Museum in London, this intricately detailed glass model brings the beauty and complexity of these microscopic organisms to life. Enhance your space with this captivating print and delve into the wonders of the deep sea.
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 42.2cm x 42cm (16.6" x 16.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Victorian Elegance: The Fragile Beauty of Spongosphaera streptacantha, a Radiolarian, Preserved in Glass by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka 2.. This exquisite glass model of Spongosphaera streptacantha, a radiolarian, is a testament to the extraordinary artistry and scientific curiosity of the late nineteenth century. Created by the renowned father-and-son team of Leopold (1822-1895) and Rudolf Blaschka (1857-1939) between 1890 and 1930, this masterpiece is now held at the Natural History Museum in London. Radiolarians, also known as radiozoans, are a diverse group of unicellular, mostly marine, eukaryotes belonging to the sub-kingdom Rhizaria. They are characterized by their radial symmetry and the presence of a siliceous or calcareous skeleton. Spongosphaera streptacantha, a member of the Actinommidae family, is a polycystine radiolarian, meaning it has a complex life cycle with both a polyp and a tomont stage. The Blaschka's meticulously crafted glass models were not only works of art but also essential tools for scientific research. Their intricate designs allowed researchers to study the morphology and structure of various marine organisms in great detail. The models were made using a technique called pate de verre, where ground glass was mixed with various pigments and melted in a kiln to create intricate shapes. The delicate beauty of this Spongosphaera streptacantha model, with its intricate, spiraling arms and pointed spicules, is a testament to the Blaschka's mastery of this technique. The model's preservation in glass not only protects the fragile organism but also allows it to be admired for generations to come. This stunning glass model is a reminder of the rich history of scientific exploration and the beauty of the natural world, captured in a Victorian elegance that continues to inspire awe and wonder.
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