Bristol-London
Giant Octopus by Pierre Dénys, Vintage Sea Life Art Print, Natural History Illustration
Regular price
$10.00
ITEM:
Giant Octopus, vintage sea life art print by Pierre Dénys. This fine-art reproduction is printed on heavy 216 gsm acid-free art paper. Handcrafted in USA when you order.
Note: Frames and mats are for display purposes only and are not included.
AVAILABLE SIZES:
• SMALL: 5 x 7" print - fits standard 5 x 7" frame.
• MEDIUM: 8 x 10" - fits standard 8 x 10" frame.
• LARGE: 11 x 14" - fits standard 11 x 14" frame.
DESCRIPTION:
There have always been myths and legends about giant creatures in the sea. This illustration of a Gigantic Octopus (Le Poulpe Colossal) attacking a French sailing ship is from "Histoire Naturelle Générale et Particulière des Mollusques Vol 2". It was published by Pierre Dénys de Montfort in Paris in 1802.
