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Giant octopus
Plate 26 from Histoire naturelle des Mollusques by Count Georges Louis Leclerc de Buffon, 1805
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18th Century Attack Buffon Cephalopod Cephalopoda Colossal Creature Giant Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Monster Octopoda 1707 1788 Enteroctopus Giant Octopus Invertebrata
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the awe-inspiring "Giant Octopus" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, an exquisite addition to your home or office decor. This stunning artwork is sourced from the esteemed archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, featuring Plate 26 from the iconic "Histoire naturelle des Mollusques" by Count Georges Louis Leclerc de Buffon. The intricate details of this octopus's massive form are brought to life with our premium canvas printing process, ensuring a vibrant and lifelike image that will captivate all who see it. Elevate your space with this captivating and thought-provoking piece, showcasing the beauty and mystery of the natural world.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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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Plate 26 from Histoire naturelle des Mollusques by Count Georges Louis Leclerc de Buffon (1707-1788): A Giant Octopus in Action This stunning 18th-century illustration, Plate 26 from Count Georges Louis Leclerc de Buffon's Histoire naturelle des Mollusques, depicts a colossal octopus in the midst of an attack. The giant cephalopod, a member of the order Octopoda and the family Enteroctopodidae, is shown with its eight long, powerful arms fully extended, reaching out to grasp a small boat. The massive creature's large, expressive eye gazes intently at its prey, adding to the sense of drama and intensity in the scene. Buffon's Histoire naturelle des Mollusques was a groundbreaking work that documented the natural history of mollusks, a diverse group of invertebrates that includes snails, clams, and squid. Published between 1748 and 1788, the work was one of the most comprehensive and accurate records of mollusks available at the time, and it helped to advance scientific understanding of these fascinating creatures. The illustration of the giant octopus is particularly noteworthy for its vivid detail and lifelike quality. The artist has captured the fluid, sinuous movements of the octopus's arms and the intricate textures of its skin, bringing the creature to life on the page. The depiction of the octopus attacking a boat adds a sense of excitement and adventure to the image, making it a captivating and enduring work of natural history art. Despite the passage of time, Buffon's illustration of the giant octopus remains a testament to the beauty and mystery of the natural world. Its intricate details and lifelike quality continue to captivate and inspire, reminding us of the wonders that lie beneath the surface of the sea.
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