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Pteria avicular shells
Pteria avicular shells (Chinese avicula, Avicula chinensis, and black avicula, Avicula morio). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1814
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Chinensis Conchology Elford Leach Miscellany Morio Nodder Polydore Shell Zoological
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring the beauty of nature into your home or office with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of poster prints featuring Pteria avicular shells. These intricately detailed hand-coloured copperplate engravings, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcase the stunning artistry of Chinese aviculas (Avicula chinensis) and black aviculas (Avicula morio). Add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any room with these timeless and captivating prints. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online ensures the highest quality and authenticity. Order yours today and enjoy a piece of natural history in your space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.
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 Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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.
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases a stunning collection of Pteria avicular, also known as Chinese avicula (Avicula chinensis) and black avicula (Avicula morio) shells. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this illustration, drawn and engraved by the skilled hand of Richard Polydore Nodder, were produced for William Elford Leach's Zoological Miscellany, published in London in 1814. The Pteria avicular, also known as the Chinese avicula or Chinese ear shell, is a small bivalve mollusk that is native to the Indo-Pacific region. These shells are characterized by their elongated shape, with a pointed tip and a distinct notch on the edge. They come in various shades of brown, pink, and white, and their inner surfaces are iridescent. The black avicula, or black ear shell (Avicula morio), is another species of bivalve mollusk, also native to the Indo-Pacific region. These shells are smaller than the Chinese avicula and have a more rounded shape, with a smooth, black surface. They are often found in shallow waters and are highly prized for their unique appearance. Conchology, the study of seashells, was a popular hobby during the 18th and 19th centuries, and this beautiful illustration is a testament to the fascination and appreciation for the natural world during that time. The meticulous attention to detail and the use of handcoloring techniques bring these shells to life, allowing us to appreciate their beauty and intricacy in a way that goes beyond mere observation. This illustration is a valuable addition to any collection of natural history prints, and its historical significance as a piece of scientific documentation makes it a must-have for scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts of marine biology and conchology.
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