Fine Art Print : Orthoceras, nautiloid
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Orthoceras, nautiloid
Shown here is Orthoceras, a straight Ordovician nautiloid
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Media ID 8597653
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Asparagales Cephalopod Cephalopoda Chambered Cone Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Monocot Monocotyledon Nautilida Nautilidae Nautiloid Nautilus Orchid Orchidaceae Orchids Ordovician Paleozoic Phanerozoic Prehistoric Angiospermae Invertebrata Magnoliophyta Orthoceras
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. Our exquisite collection features this stunning Orthoceras nautiloid, an ancient marine organism from the Ordovician period. Captured in intricate detail from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed image showcases the intricate spiral shell design and the delicate bands that characterize this extinct cephalopod. Bring the wonder of the deep sea into your home or office with this captivating fine art print, a perfect addition to any decor.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Orthoceras: A Paleozoic Marvel of the Cephalopod World" Orthoceras, as depicted in this print from the Ordovician era, is a striking example of the diverse and intriguing invertebrates that inhabited our planet millions of years ago. Belonging to the Nautilida order, this straight-shelled nautiloid is a member of the Cephalopoda class, which also includes the modern-day squid, octopus, and the chambered nautilus. The Orthoceras, with its distinctive conical shape and delicate, spiraled sutures, is a testament to the rich diversity of life during the Paleozoic era. Its shell, made primarily of aragonite, served as both a protective housing and a buoyancy control device, allowing the animal to regulate its depth in the water column. The interior of the Orthoceras shell reveals a series of interconnected chambers, each separated by thin partitions called septa. As the animal grew, it added new chambers, leaving the older ones behind, much like the growth rings in a tree trunk. This unique feature is a hallmark of the Nautilida order and sets them apart from other cephalopods. Orthoceras is not to be confused with the Orchidaceae family, which includes the popular flowering plants we know as orchids. While both share the "orchid" name in their taxonomic lineage, they belong to distinct phyla – the Mollusca for Orthoceras and the Magnoliophyta for Orchidaceae. The discovery of well-preserved Orthoceras fossils provides invaluable insights into the life and evolution of these ancient marine creatures. Their elegant shells, with their intricate patterns and spiral designs, continue to fascinate scientists and collectors alike, offering a glimpse into the rich history of our planet's biosphere.
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