Polyporus Delectans — Vintage Fungal Study

This historic natural history plate presents Polyporus delectans through a carefully observed study of bracket-like fungal forms growing across a section of wood. Separate details of the spores, pores, and a cross-section surround the principal specimen, giving the composition the precise character of a nineteenth-century scientific plate.

Fine stippling and restrained shading describe the fungus against warm aged paper, while the dark woody substrate provides a strong textural contrast. Scientific labels and period typography remain integral to the original composition, balancing visual interest with the plate’s documentary purpose.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Unknown illustrator
• Title: Polyporus Delectans Peck
• Original title: Polyporus Delectans Peck
• Series: The Journal of the Cincinnati Society of Natural History, Vol. VIII, Plate I
• Date: 19th century
• Period: Victorian era
• Place of Origin: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
• Medium: Natural history scientific 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.

Exact frame dimensions, component availability, and production specifications may vary slightly depending on the selected size and destination.