Antique engraving 1886 - Shells and mollusks 1. Lithograph plate

Magnificent authentic 139-year-old engraving, not a mere reproduction: Shells and Mollusks (1) • Edition: 1886 • Size: 44 x 33 cm • Elegant, vintage light beige paper • The plate is a double page with a slight crease in the center • Condition: Good condition, signs of wear, including in the central crease This illustration comes from a large zoological atlas in German, published in Stuttgart and dedicated to the discovery of the animal kingdom. The work brings together large, finely colored plates, testifying to the artistic and scientific expertise of the time, where naturalist precision blends with refined aesthetics. Authentic and original, each plate reflects the growing curiosity for distant lands and the diversity of species in the 19th century. True fragments of natural history, these images combine beauty, educational value, and attention to detail, making each copy a precious piece for nature lovers. Magnificent zoological plate showcasing a rich diversity of mollusks in their natural habitat. The composition depicts various gastropods with ornate shells, pinkish nudibranchs, and bivalves, all arranged in a rocky underwater landscape with algae and corals. • Find all our lithographs and prints on our profile • Message us with any questions • Fast shipping and careful packaging for safe delivery • For bulk purchases, contact me for a discount • Color engraving Reference: 105-1-73 Text inscribed on the engraving: Translation: Mollusks. Plate 73. 1. Silver-shelled snail. 2. Purple peregrine snail. 3. Silvermouth snail. 4. Twisted snail. 5. Eigenmischel. 6. Kochkabinet. 7. Small purple snail. 8. Smooth moon snail. 9. Lip-lipped snail. 10. Flat slug. 11. Brownish-yellow. 12. Zebra snail. 13. Admiral. 14. Sea cruiser. 15. Distant glide. 16. Grid supports.