{"product_id":"volute-murex-shells-original-hand-colored-shell-engraving-captain-thomas-brown-plate-vi-c-1840-copy-1","title":"Purpura \u0026 Buccinum Shells | Original Hand-Colored Shell Engraving – Captain Thomas Brown, Plate IV | 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 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis plate appears to depict a variety of Purpura \u0026amp; Buccinum Shells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__info product__block-title mb-m\"\u003e\u003c\/div\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":47811394371761,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3172\/4465\/files\/ChatGPTImageAug3_2026at10_30_15AM.jpg?v=1785767597","url":"https:\/\/www.antiqueprintsinc.com\/products\/volute-murex-shells-original-hand-colored-shell-engraving-captain-thomas-brown-plate-vi-c-1840-copy-1","provider":"Antique Prints, Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}