Kunstformen der Natur, Tafel 85 – Cystidea

Highlights

• Kunstformen der Natur (Tafel 85) BHL47388415 by Ernst Haeckel from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) — a faithful museum-quality reproduction of a celebrated natural-history illustration.
• CHOOSE YOUR SIZE & FORMAT: Pick your dimensions and shape right from this listing — vertical, horizontal, panoramic and square options available.
• 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.
• A REFINED FOCAL POINT for the living room, bedroom, study, home office or entryway — timeless style with lasting appeal.
• HANDCRAFTED IN THE USA: Made to order in multiple sizes and shapes — a thoughtful, gallery-worthy gift.

Description

This delicate scientific illustration from Ernst Haeckel's landmark 1904 publication 'Kunstformen der Natur' (Art Forms in Nature) depicts an array of Cystidea — extinct sea creatures related to echinoderms — rendered in soft pinks, creams, and whites against a pale teal background. The composition features symmetrically arranged specimens shown from multiple angles, revealing their intricate floral and radial forms with scientific precision and aesthetic elegance. 'Kunstformen der Natur' was Haeckel's celebrated portfolio of 100 lithographic plates that profoundly influenced Art Nouveau design and the visual communication of natural science.