Early 19th Century Engraving Illustrating Three Types of Sea Polyps welded iron caterpillar I love everything about this

I love everything about this painting

) And especially nice I think is that the hooks that were once attached to the ends have been removed

enhancing the pleasure of this wonderfully unproductive mechanical operation

with patina to copper and minor cracking of wood (visible in face) consistent with age and adding character

Or it could just sit around looking cute

Early 19th Century Engraving Illustrating Three Types of Sea Polyps welded iron caterpillar I love everything about thisI was struck by the terrific delicacy of this original engraving from 1814, and with the rather surreal properties of these sea polyps! At top is the Clustered Animal Flower "stretching out its claws" and below are a Sea Carnation and a Proboscis Polipus. For me the manner of this engraving amplifies its subject to wonderfully evoke the mystery and wonder of the underwater world! 7 1 8" x 10 1 8". Very good antique condition.