Two Ray Specimens — Scientific Trawling Expedition Plate XXII
Two Ray Specimens — Scientific Trawling Expedition Plate XXII
Two ray specimens are arranged vertically across this historic scientific plate, their broad flattened bodies and narrow projecting tails creating a simple yet distinctive comparative composition. Subtle differences in shape, surface pattern and tonal density give each specimen an individual presence.
The restrained monochrome photography sits against naturally warm cream paper, preserving the quiet archival character of the original publication. Numbered specimens, the Plate XXII heading and the photographic credit to W. J. Sparkes reinforce its origins in scientific marine documentation.
Artwork Details
- Artist/Creator: W. J. Sparkes (photographer)
- Title: Two Ray Specimens — Plate XXII
- Original title: Plate XXII
- Series: Scientific Results of the Trawling Expedition
- Date: Not confirmed from the supplied plate
- Period: Historic scientific publication
- Place of Origin: Not confirmed from the supplied plate
- Medium: Photographic zoological plate
Framed Print Details
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- 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.
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