Fossil Shells and Ammonite — Plate 12

This early nineteenth-century geological plate arranges several fossil specimens across a broad field of warm, aged paper. Two substantial shell forms dominate the composition, their layered surfaces described through closely spaced engraved lines, while a long tapering tubular specimen occupies the space above.

At right, a darker fragment of stone contains a tightly coiled fossil impression, introducing a compact geometric form beside the larger shells. Muted beige, brown, gray, and cream tones reinforce the archival character of the plate. A surviving handwritten instruction near the upper edge adds an unusual glimpse of the practical process behind the preparation of the illustration.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Not identified on plate
• Title: Fossil Shells and Ammonite — Plate 12
• Original title: Not identified on plate
• Series: Strata Identified by Organized Fossils
• Date: Circa 1816–1819
• Period: Early 19th century
• Place of Origin: London, England
• Medium: Geological fossil illustration

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
• Production: Each framed print is produced to order through a trusted international network of professional print studios.
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
• Made to order: There is no minimum order quantity. Each piece is printed and assembled on demand, reducing unnecessary stock and waste.

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