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A group of fragments of fossil crinoids
Watercolour of a group of fragments of fossil crinoids (feather-stars or sea-lilies) by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever
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1760 1844 Crinoid Crinoidal Crinoidea Crinozoa Echinoderm Echinodermata Feather Fossil Fossilised Fragment Liliaceae Liliales Lily Monocot Monocotyledon Sarah Sarah Stone Sea Lily Section Angiospermae Invertebrata Magnoliophyta
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite watercolor painting depicts a captivating arrangement of fossilized crinoid fragments, beautifully rendered by the skilled hand of British artist Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844). Crinoids, also known as sea lilies or feather-stars, are ancient marine invertebrates belonging to the class Crinoidea, within the phylum Echinodermata. These enchanting creatures lived on the ocean floor, anchored to the seabed with a stem, and bore feathery arms adorned with cup-like structures called pinnules, which filtered food from the water. The delicate fragments in this painting, from Sir Ashton Lever's esteemed collection, reveal the intricate details of the crinoid's anatomy. The fossilized remains exhibit the distinct features of the crinoid's arms, which resemble the branches of a flowering plant, and the calyx, or cup-like structure, at the base of each arm. The close resemblance of crinoid arms to flowers led to their classification within the order Liliales, and the common name "sea lily." The painting's vibrant colors and meticulous detail bring these ancient marine organisms to life, offering a glimpse into the rich diversity of the marine world that once existed. Sarah Stone's masterful interpretation of these fossilized fragments underscores the beauty and intrigue of the natural world, as well as the importance of preserving and studying our planet's geological history.
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