Antique Natural HistoryOriginal plates from the naturalists' books, 1600s to 1900s
Turbinelle (Turbinella): Antique Sea Shell Print, circa 1840
Turbinelle (Turbinella): Antique Sea Shell Print, circa 1840, view 2
Turbinelle (Turbinella): Antique Sea Shell Print, circa 1840, view 3

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Turbinelle (Turbinella): Antique Sea Shell Print, circa 1840, close-up 1

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Turbinelle (Turbinella): Antique Sea Shell Print, circa 1840, shown framed

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Turbinelle (Turbinella): Antique Sea Shell Print, circa 1840

€320 ($360, £270, €320)

Period original, not a reproduction.

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Date
1840
Size
9.1 × 5.6 in (23 × 14.3 cm)
Condition
Good. General age-related toning. Minor wear, blank verso. Small defect in lower left margin. Please study image carefully.
Period
Early 19th century
Section
Fish and shells
Reference
f_33529782

Title: "Turbinelle (Turbinella): Antique Shell Print"

Description: This antique shell print showcases the exquisite beauty of a specimen from the Turbinella genus, a group of large sea snails known for their distinctive appearance. With its intricate details and elegant presentation, this print is a testament to the diversity and natural wonder of marine life. It originates from "Species général et iconographie des coquilles vivantes," a work by Louis-Charles Kiener, published around 1840. This print serves as both a scientific reference and a piece of art, allowing viewers to appreciate the intricate patterns and forms found in nature's creations.