Description
Artwork Description
In this illustration, jellyfish (Discomedusae) are depicted with remarkable precision, capturing their ethereal shapes, radial symmetry, and intricate textures. The composition reveals the diversity of form and structure found in nature’s underwater creatures, highlighting the balance between biology and art that defines Haeckel’s style.
The elegant tentacles, transparent domes, and organic patterns create a mesmerizing image—both scientifically valuable and artistically captivating.
Details
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Artist: Ernst Haeckel
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Series: Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms of Nature)
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Date: Late 19th century, published 1904
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Theme: Biological illustration, marine life
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Featured Organisms: Jellyfish (Discomedusae)
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Technique: Lithographic illustration
Significance and Popularity
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A masterful synthesis of science and art, admired by biologists, illustrators, and designers alike
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Widely recognized for its aesthetic detail and contribution to scientific communication
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Influential in fields ranging from natural history and marine biology to design and visual arts
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Represents the Golden Age of scientific illustration, where observation met imagination
Perfect Decorative Piece For
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Nature and marine life enthusiasts
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Collectors of scientific and biological illustrations
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Educational spaces, libraries, and natural science museums
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Interiors with a focus on natural history, vintage science, or organic design
This artwork is more than an illustration—it’s a timeless celebration of life beneath the waves, where science and beauty flow in perfect symmetry.