Unstalked Crinoids — Siboga Expedition Plate XXIV

Eight unstalked crinoid studies are arranged across this early twentieth-century scientific plate, each isolated against a warm cream ground and identified by a figure number. Their forms vary dramatically, from compact clusters of tightly curled arms to elongated specimens with slender, branching structures.

The monochrome presentation emphasizes structure rather than color. Feather-like arms overlap, coil inward, and extend outward in irregular patterns, while generous space between the specimens allows each form to remain distinct. Together they create a precise zoological record with an unexpectedly sculptural and graphic character.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: J. H. Paine (photographer); A. H. Clark (author)
• Title: Unstalked Crinoids
• Original title: Unstalked Crinoids, Plate XXIV
• Series: The Unstalked Crinoids of the Siboga Expedition
• Date: 1918
• Period: Early 20th century
• Place of Origin: Leiden, Netherlands
• Medium: Heliotype photographic zoological plate

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• 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.
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