Physarum Pulcherrimum & Physarum Citrinum

This historical scientific plate brings together two contrasting species of Physarum, presenting the dark crimson forms of Physarum pulcherrimum above the warm yellow Physarum citrinum. Both are shown through carefully arranged studies of their stalked sporangia, spores, and delicate microscopic structures.

The composition moves between richly colored specimen studies and finely drawn enlargements. Deep red, golden yellow, brown, pale gray, and warm cream create a restrained natural-history palette, while handwritten magnification marks retain the practical character of scientific observation. The result sits between biological documentation and archival illustration: precise in purpose but unusually graphic in appearance.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Not identified on the plate
• Title: Physarum Pulcherrimum & Physarum Citrinum
• Original title: Physarum pulcherrimum Berk. & Rav.; Physarum citrinum Schum.
• Series: A Monograph of the Mycetozoa
• Date: Early 20th century
• Period: Early 20th century
• Place of Origin: Britain
• Medium: Scientific natural-history 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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