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Antique print of Ophiura annulosa (brittle star) with anatomical details from a 19th-century zoological dictionary.
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A strikingly elegant illustration of the brittle star *Ophiura annulosa*, characterized by long flexible arms and a star-shaped central disc. The plate includes anatomical views from above and below, and detailed enlargements of appendages and skeletal structures. Perfect for collectors of natural science art.
Details
Artist: Pierre-Antoine Prêtre
Plate title: Ophiura annulosa
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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