HAECKEL ACTINIAE

Dive into the "hidden treasures" of the deep sea with this stunning fine art print of "Actiniae" by the visionary biologist and artist Ernst Haeckel.

This plate (Tafel 49) is one of the most celebrated illustrations from Haeckel’s 1904 masterwork, "Kunstformen der Natur" (Art Forms in Nature). It is not just a scientific drawing; it is a work of art that fundamentally changed design. Haeckel's meticulous, almost alien-like depictions of sea anemones revealed a world of perfect symmetry and intricate order previously hidden beneath the waves.

The print showcases a diverse collection of sea anemones, each rendered with breathtaking precision. Their flowing tentacles and vibrant, symmetrical forms are arranged with an artist's eye for composition, creating a mesmerizing, otherworldly tableau.

This single illustration helped inspire the entire Art Nouveau movement, influencing artists like Gustav Klimt and architects like Antoni Gaudí with its organic, flowing lines. It's the perfect statement piece for anyone who appreciates the profound beauty found at the intersection of science, nature, and art.