Six Species of Philippine Brachymeles – Vintage Zoological Plate, 1922

This remarkable vintage zoological plate presents six species of Brachymeles, the distinctive slender skinks associated with the Philippine archipelago. Arranged as a comparative scientific study, the specimens reveal striking variations in body length, proportions and limb development.

Published in 1922, the plate combines scientific documentation with the elegant visual character of early twentieth-century natural-history printing. Its monochrome specimens, warm aged-paper ground and original typography make it especially suited to natural-history interiors, studies, libraries and curated gallery walls.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Edward Harrison Taylor
• Title: Six Species of the Genus Brachymeles
• Original title: Plate 22. Six Species of the Genus Brachymeles
• Series: The Lizards of the Philippine Islands / Bureau of Science Publication No. 17
• Date: 1922
• Period: Early 20th century
• Place of Origin: Manila, Philippines
• Medium: Printed zoological plate / monochrome scientific reproduction

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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