Early 19th Century Engraving Illustrating Three Types of Sea Polyps welded iron caterpillar enhancing the pleasure of this

enhancing the pleasure of this wonderfully unproductive mechanical operation

still very bright and crisp

on what appears to be strong thread or nylon

including instructions for how to score

with patina to copper and minor cracking of wood (visible in face) consistent with age and adding character

Early 19th Century Engraving Illustrating Three Types of Sea Polyps welded iron caterpillar enhancing the pleasure of thisI was struck by the terrific delicacy of this original engraving from 1814, and with the rather surreal properties of these sea polyps! At top is the Clustered Animal Flower "stretching out its claws" and below are a Sea Carnation and a Proboscis Polipus. For me the manner of this engraving amplifies its subject to wonderfully evoke the mystery and wonder of the underwater world! 7 1 8" x 10 1 8". Very good antique condition.