Nereis australis, Algae of the southern ocean, London, Reeve Brothers, 1847-1849, Seaweed, Indian Ocean, Antarctica, Pacific Ocean, Algae, Elegans, Museum Victoria, Marine Algae, Martensia elegans, Plocamium abnorme, William Henry Harvey, Artist , Plocamium flexuosum, Marine Biodiversity, The illustration features a collection of intricate botanical and marine illustrations, showcasing various forms and structures of sea flora and fauna. The upper section displays stylized representations of shells, highlighting their unique shapes and patterns. Below, two distinct types of corals are depicted, illustrating their complex branching forms and textures. Each specimen is labeled with scientific names, emphasizing their diversity. The overall composition reflects a blend of artistic detail and scientific observation, capturing the beauty and complexity of marine life.
Nereis australis, Algae of the southern ocean, London, Reeve Brothers, 1847-1849, Seaweed, Indian Ocean, Antarctica, Pacific Ocean, Algae, Elegans, Museum Victoria, Marine Algae, Martensia elegans, Plocamium abnorme, William Henry Harvey, Artist , Plocamium flexuosum, Marine Biodiversity, The illustration features a collection of intricate botanical and marine illustrations, showcasing various forms and structures of sea flora and fauna. The upper section displays stylized representations of shells, highlighting their unique shapes and patterns. Below, two distinct types of corals are depicted, illustrating their complex branching forms and textures. Each specimen is labeled with scientific names, emphasizing their diversity. The overall composition reflects a blend of artistic detail and scientific observation, capturing the beauty and complexity of marine life.