{"product_id":"mussels-clam-shells-original-hand-colored-shell-engraving-captain-thomas-brown-plate-xxx-c-1840s-copy","title":"Volute \u0026 Murex Shells | Original Hand-Colored Shell Engraving – Captain Thomas Brown, Plate VI | c. 1840","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn original antique hand-colored copper engraving from Captain Thomas Brown's Illustrations of the Land and Fresh Water Conchology of Great Britain and Ireland, one of the classic natural history books of the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"175\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis plate appears to depict a variety of \u003cstrong data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"63\"\u003emarine gastropods\u003c\/strong\u003e (sea snails), rather than a single species. \u003cstrong data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"206\"\u003eCenter (largest shell):\u003c\/strong\u003e a \u003cstrong data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"231\"\u003eVolute\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"241\"\u003eVoluta\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"251\"\u003eMelo\u003c\/em\u003e species). \u003cstrong data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"393\"\u003eLower left \u0026amp; lower right:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"417\"\u003eMurex \/ Rock shells\u003c\/strong\u003e (family Muricidae), recognizable by their heavy sculpture and pronounced varices (ridges).  \u003cstrong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eLeft and right middle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"564\"\u003eFusus \/ Spindle shells\u003c\/strong\u003e (historically \u003cem data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"586\"\u003eFusus\u003c\/em\u003e, now largely \u003cem data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"609\"\u003eFusinus\u003c\/em\u003e), with elongated spires and long siphonal canals.  \u003cstrong data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eTop row (small shells):\u003c\/strong\u003e A mixture of dove \u0026amp; whelk shell species.\u003cstrong data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"725\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCaptain Thomas Brown (1785–1862) was a respected Scottish naturalist and conchologist who belonged to several leading scientific societies, including the Royal Physical Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. His beautifully illustrated works remain highly sought after by collectors for both their scientific importance and decorative appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn excellent condition.  Unframed.  Dimensions: 10 x 13”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease note: If you purchase multiple items, we’ll gladly combine shipping—just send us a message. Our goal is to ensure a fast and seamless shopping experience!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Prints, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47739895840945,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3172\/4465\/files\/174E7A51-F560-437C-9363-EAF7FC02D028_1_201_a.jpg?v=1784754261","url":"https:\/\/www.antiqueprintsinc.com\/products\/mussels-clam-shells-original-hand-colored-shell-engraving-captain-thomas-brown-plate-xxx-c-1840s-copy","provider":"Antique Prints, Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}