Marine Life Development — Zoologie Concrète, Plate 48

This historical zoological plate assembles eleven numbered studies of marine biological structures and developmental forms. Cellular cross-sections, elongated internal structures, and simplified tentacled organisms are arranged across an open cream ground, with a tall central figure providing the visual anchor.

Fine black outlines and dotted anatomical guides are complemented by restrained yellow, pale blue, and soft red coloring. Originally created for scientific study, the plate also has a striking graphic quality: small detailed forms are balanced by generous areas of untouched paper. It belongs to Traité de Zoologie Concrète, the French zoological series associated with Yves Delage and Edgard Hérouard.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Yves Delage and Edgard Hérouard
• Title: Marine Life Development — Plate 48
• Original title: Plate 48
• Series: Traité de Zoologie Concrète
• Date: Circa 1900
• Period: Turn of the 20th century
• Place of Origin: France
• Medium: Printed zoological 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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