Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1867
Sheet size
28.5 × 22 cm (11.2 × 8.7 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-12980-29
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
Good condition for its age, with slight overall toning and minor scattered foxing mainly in the margins. The paper remains strong with no tears or repairs, and the hand coloring is vivid and well-preserved.
This captivating antique print depicts a variety of echinoderms, including starfish, sea urchins, brittle stars, sea cucumbers, and crinoids, rendered in fine hand-colored engravings. It originates from the Atlas der Natuurlijke Geschiedenis voor scholen en huisgezinnen, adapted into Dutch by T.C. Winkler after Traugott Bromme, and published in Amsterdam by J.C. Loman in 1867. Created for educational use, this plate introduced 19th-century students to marine invertebrate diversity and anatomy.
The labeled figures include:
Produced using copper engraving with meticulous hand coloring, the print shows precise anatomical lines and naturalistic colors, highlighting each echinoderm’s distinctive form, symmetry, and skeletal features. Such prints were vital educational tools in schools and libraries before photographic marine guides existed.
Condition summary: Good condition for its age, with slight overall toning and minor scattered foxing mainly in the margins. The paper remains strong with no tears or repairs, and the hand coloring is vivid and well-preserved.
Framing tips: Frame this echinoderm print in a black, dark wood, or walnut frame with a cream or off-white mount to enhance its intricate engraved details and subtle marine tones. For traditional interiors, a gold frame adds antique warmth and classical refinement. UV-protective glass is recommended to preserve colors and prevent further toning. This antique natural history print will enrich any marine biology, educational, or gallery collection with timeless scientific beauty and decorative charm.
