Jigsaw Puzzle : Physalia physallis, Portuguese man-of-war
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Physalia physallis, Portuguese man-of-war
Portuguese man-of-war painting by Pieter de Bevere. From the Loten Collection (dated 1754-57) held at the Natural History Museum, London
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1722 C1781 18th Century Cnidaria Cnidarian Coelenterata Coelenterate Hydrozoa Hydrozoan Jelly Jelly Fish Jellyfish Leptolida Leptolina Leptolinae Loten Man Of War Medusa Jellyfish Medusozoa Physalia Physaliidae Invertebrata Physalia Physalis Pieter Cornelius De Bevere
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Discover the captivating underwater world with our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle featuring the enchanting Portuguese man-of-war, Physalia physallis. This intricately detailed puzzle showcases a stunning painting by Pieter de Bevere, originally from the Loten Collection at the Natural History Museum in London. Immerse yourself in the intrigue of this mysterious marine creature, known for its unique appearance and complex structure. With vibrant colors and lifelike details, this puzzle promises an engaging and educational experience for puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. Dive into the depths of the ocean and explore the beauty of the natural world, one piece at a time.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 40.5cm x 50.8cm (15.9" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning 18th-century illustration by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere depicts the enigmatic and fascinating Portuguese man-of-war, Physalia physalis. The Portuguese man-of-war is not a true jellyfish but rather a colonial hydrozoan, belonging to the class Hydrozoa and order Physaliidae. This complex organism is composed of a floating colony of polyps, known as the float, which is topped by a large, translucent sail-like structure called the pneumatophore. The man-of-war's tentacles, which can reach up to 30 feet (9 meters) in length, are not part of the main organism but rather specialized feeding polyps called leptocodia or leptolinae. The Portuguese man-of-war is native to tropical and subtropical waters around the world and is infamous for its painful sting, which can cause severe pain and even death in humans. The tentacles are armed with tiny, harpoon-like structures called nematocysts, which inject venom into their prey. The man-of-war feeds primarily on plankton and small fish. This exquisite painting, part of the Loten Collection held at the Natural History Museum in London, dates from 1754-57. The intricate details and vibrant colors showcase the beauty and complexity of this remarkable marine organism. Pieter Cornelius de Bevere (1683-1752) was a renowned Dutch botanical and zoological illustrator, whose work was widely published in Europe during the 18th century. His illustrations of various marine species, including the Portuguese man-of-war, were highly regarded for their accuracy and artistic merit.
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