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C1810
Haliotis, Aquaria, Orthoceras, Dentalia
Artist:
George Perry
Haliotis- according to contemporary text, is considered "primitive". There are approximately 50 species in the world,around half of these occuring in Australia. Aquaria- The 1810 text describes the shell as spout-shaped, having at one end spiracles or breathing holes, capable … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
Haliotis, Aquaria, Orthoceras, Dentalia
Date:
C1810
Artist:
George Perry
Engraver:
W.Miller
Condition:
Technique:
Image Size:
225mm
x 315mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1810
Description:
Haliotis- according to contemporary text, is considered "primitive". There are approximately 50 species in the world,around half of these occuring in Australia. Aquaria- The 1810 text describes the shell as spout-shaped, having at one end spiracles or breathing holes, capable of pouring forth and receiving water. Orthoceras- 1810 text describes the shell as turreted, elongated, having divisions or cells. Dentalia is described as tusk-shaped, pointed the mouth round and wide.
