{"product_id":"mussels-clam-shells-original-hand-colored-shell-engraving-captain-thomas-brown-plate-xxx-c-1840s","title":"Mussels \u0026 Clam Shells | Original Hand-Colored Shell Engraving – Captain Thomas Brown, Plate XXX | c. 1840s","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 class=\"p1\"\u003eThis plate (Plate XXX*) features several species of freshwater mussels and clams, carefully illustrated from live specimens collected by Brown during his travels. The engraving was drawn by Captain Brown and engraved by A. Aikman, then beautifully finished by hand with watercolor.\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\"\u003eDimensions: 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":47736666095793,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3172\/4465\/files\/DDE36FB6-E59B-489C-B93C-99212CD0C4B6.jpg?v=1784583024","url":"https:\/\/www.antiqueprintsinc.com\/products\/mussels-clam-shells-original-hand-colored-shell-engraving-captain-thomas-brown-plate-xxx-c-1840s","provider":"Antique Prints, Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}