Premium Framed Print : Opeatostoma pseudodon, overhead and underside view of Thorn Latirus shell and Operculum, solid squat shell, inflated body whorl, with light and dark brown, white stripes
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Opeatostoma pseudodon, overhead and underside view of Thorn Latirus shell and Operculum, solid squat shell, inflated body whorl, with light and dark brown, white stripes
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Media ID 9482199
© Dorling Kindersley/UIG
Brown Gastropods Invertebrates Marine Snails Molluscs Operculum Seashell Spiral Stripes Underside Whorl Fasciolariidae
16"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 10"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 40.6cm (16" x 16")
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 print by Matthew Ward showcases the intricate beauty of nature's creations. The image captures an overhead and underside view of an Opeatostoma pseudodon, commonly known as a Thorn Latirus shell, accompanied by its operculum. The solid squat shell boasts an inflated body whorl adorned with mesmerizing light and dark brown stripes interwoven with delicate white lines. The studio shot perfectly highlights the spiral shape of this mollusk's home, revealing its remarkable details up close. As we gaze at this photograph, we are transported to offshore rocks where these fascinating gastropods reside in their natural habitat. The vibrant stripes on the shell create a visually striking contrast against the backdrop of marine snails and other invertebrates that inhabit these waters. Fasciolariidae is a family known for their seashells' unique patterns, and this particular species exemplifies their exquisite craftsmanship. Matthew Ward's skillful composition allows us to appreciate both the top and bottom views of this Thorn Latirus shell simultaneously. Its underside reveals the presence of an operculum - a protective lid that seals off the opening when the animal retreats inside. This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) serves as a reminder of how diverse and awe-inspiring our natural world truly is. It invites us to marvel at the wonders beneath our oceans while appreciating every intricate detail found within these magnificent shells.
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