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• Prêtre Sea Life

  Pierre-Antoine Prêtre, one of the most refined scientific illustrators of the 19th century, brought to life the intricate anatomy of marine species through precise and elegant engravings.

  This collection features original plates of jellyfish, starfish, and other mysterious sea creatures published in the Dizionario di Scienze Naturali.

  Each print is a testament to Enlightenment-era natural science and a perfect decorative accent for interior lovers, collectors, and academics alike.

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• Prêtre Shells

  Pierre Antoine Pretre – Shell Engravings

  Explore our collection of rare hand-colored engravings of marine shells illustrated by Pierre Antoine Pretre, one of the most refined scientific artists of the 19th century.

  Originally created for the Dizionario di Scienze Naturali (Battelli, Firenze), these shell prints combine scientific precision with decorative elegance, making them ideal for collectors and interior designers alike.

  • Original 19th-century prints
  • Hand-colored engravings
  • Each print is unique and historically significant

  Each shell is rendered with clarity and vibrant natural tones, capturing the delicate architecture and color variations of nature’s underwater jewels.

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