Kunstformen der Natur – Lichenes, Tafel 83 (1904)

Highlights

• Kunstformen der Natur (Tafel 83) BHL47388405 by Ernst Haeckel from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) — a faithful museum-quality reproduction of a celebrated natural-history illustration.
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• MUSEUM-QUALITY GICLEE: Fade-resistant archival inks on premium artist-grade canvas, hand-stretched and gallery-wrapped over a solid 1.5" wood frame, hardware attached and ready to hang.
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• HANDCRAFTED IN THE USA: Made to order in multiple sizes and shapes — a thoughtful, gallery-worthy gift.

Description

This striking plate from Ernst Haeckel's landmark scientific illustration series 'Kunstformen der Natur' (Art Forms in Nature) depicts a diverse array of lichens — composite organisms formed by algae and fungi — rendered in exquisite monochromatic detail against a deep black background. The arrangement showcases circular, lobed, and branching lichen forms with intricate surface textures, capturing both their biological variety and natural symmetry. First published between 1899 and 1904, Haeckel's 'Kunstformen der Natur' revolutionized the visual language of natural science and profoundly influenced Art Nouveau design.