Framed Print : Balanus tintinnabulum, balanidae barnacles
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Balanus tintinnabulum, balanidae barnacles
Plate 1 by George Sowerby from Charles Darwins Monograph on the sub-class Cirripedia, with figures of all the species: the Balan
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Arthropod Arthropoda Barnacle Crustacea Crustacean Dome Fruit Body Fruiting Body Fungi Fungus Maxillopod Maxillopoda Shell Sowerby Sporocarp Acorn Barnacle Balanus Cirripedia Invertebrata Stipe
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Balanus tintinnabulum Framed Print from Media Storehouse, a stunning addition to any marine-themed decor or scientific collection. This exquisite print is sourced from the esteemed archives of Mary Evans Prints Online and originally appears in "Charles Darwin's Monograph on the sub-class Cirripedia," specifically Plate 1 by George Sowerby. The intricate details of this balanid barnacle species are brought to life in this beautifully preserved and framed print, offering a glimpse into the intricacies of the natural world. Bring the wonders of marine biology right into your home or office with this enchanting piece.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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
Plate 1: Balanus tintinnabulum, the Pink Barnacle, from George Sowerby's Monograph on the Sub-class Cirripedia, published as part of Charles Darwin's groundbreaking work on invertebrates. This exquisitely detailed illustration, created by Sowerby in the early 19th century, showcases the intricate anatomy of this fascinating marine invertebrate. Belonging to the Balanidae family of barnacles, Balanus tintinnabulum, also known as the acorn barnacle or megabalanus tintinnabulum, is characterized by its distinctive pink dome-shaped shell and long, slender stipe that anchors it to rocky surfaces. The barnacle's body, an arthropod and a member of the crustacean class, is encased within the protective calcareous structure. The fruiting body of Balanus tintinnabulum, depicted in the illustration, is a sporocarp that emerges from the barnacle's mantle during its reproductive cycle. The sporocarp produces the barnacle's larvae, which are released into the water to begin their life cycle as planktonic organisms. The fungus-like structures shown in the image are not part of the barnacle itself but rather an example of the complex intertidal ecosystem in which it lives. The delicate balance between the barnacle and its surroundings is a testament to the intricacies of marine life and the beauty of nature, as captured in this remarkable illustration by George Sowerby.
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