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Scientific engraving of Cassiopea, Melicerta and Obelia jellyfish from the Dizionario di Scienze Naturali.
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Discover the story behind these rare prints in our blog: “Not Just Another Print” — a tribute to the noble origins and hidden artistry of the Dizionario di Scienze Naturali.
This plate includes detailed depictions of *Cassiopea frondescente*, *Melicerta perla*, and *Obelia sferulina*. Their complex structures are elegantly captured in this original hand-colored engraving.
Details
Artist: Pierre-Antoine Prêtre
Plate title: Cassiopea, Melicerta and Obelia
Technique: Original hand-colored engraving
Year: 1830 ca.
Sheet size: approx. 22 × 15 cm
Condition: Excellent
Provenance: From the Dizionario di Scienze Naturali
Read our blog post about Prêtre legacy.
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