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Mitra, Oliva, Terebra Hand Colored Shells Original hand-colored engraving by Prêtre (c.1835)
€110.00
Colorful antique shell print featuring Mitra, Oliva, and Terebra drawn by Prêtre and engraved by Corvi.
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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 vivid conchology plate showcases Mitra episcopale, Oliva ondata, and multiple Terebra species. Rich in color and detail, the shells display exquisite surface patterning and elegant forms, rendered masterfully by Prêtre.
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- Artist: Prêtre
- Plate title: Mtra shells
- Technique: Original hand-colored lithograph
- Year: 1830s
- Sheet size: approx. 24 × 15 cm
- Condition: Excellent
- Provenance: Dizionario di Scienze Naturali (Battelli, Firenze)
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