Ernst Haeckel’s Art Forms in Nature: A Visual Masterpiece of the Natural World
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In a beautiful celebration of the natural world, Ernst Haeckel’s Art Forms in Nature is a masterful union of science and art. This volume is comprised of 100 illustrated plates, featuring stunning watercolour paintings and pencil sketches.
First published in 1904, under the German title Kunstformen der Natur, this unique collection of plates holds a lasting influence in both the art and science worlds. Ernst Haeckel’s detailed illustrations serve as a visual encyclopaedia for his pioneering research and anatomical discoveries. Working in both pencil and watercolour paint, he preserved the complex forms, patterns, and structures of the organisms he discovered. Featuring intricate depictions of various land and sea life, this volume serves a scientific purpose while boasting exceptional aesthetic beauty.
As a proud addition to the Art Meets Science collection, Read & Co. Books has faithfully reproduced Haeckel’s innovative work. Taking care to conserve the original detail, shapes, and colours as they were printed on initial publication, this beautiful volume recaptures the magic of Art Forms in Nature for a new generation to enjoy.
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Original price was: $39.99.$26.99Current price is: $26.99.
Nomo Reviews –
As a fiber artist, I am always looking for interesting subjects. The images in this book are beautiful, and certainly spark imagination if that’s what you’re looking for. Even if you aren’t, it is full of gorgeous drawings.
@Saltandpuppets –
such a beautiful book
Martha D. –
It’s an exceptional illustration of nature; however, I had hoped there would be more explanation regarding the paints or colorings. I’m learning how to emphasize items, and I wanted to know how the Author did that.
Ryan –
Great book, fascinating images, high quality print. A worthy addition to the coffee table.
SamSid –
Beautifully reproduced!
Anna –
This book showcases Haeckel’s work beautifully — a fascinating look at an absolute genius. The binding has held up well thus far, and the paper is by no means too thin or flimsy!
Lesley Yasmin McCallion –
Haeckel’s illustrations stand by themselves in terms of art/ creative inspiration as well as an illustrative documentary of the natural world. They are beautiful, extraordinary. I can use these as a prompt for my own artistic/ textiles work . Just a couple of colour plates would have been wonderful
Willie McCool –
Beautiful
Ms.Chris –
You need this for your library.
Kindle Customer –
Very beautiful drawings ,brought the book for my daughter birthday ,I’m not the paper and paints artist in family,more wool and fabric ,but the artwork in book was beautiful ,it would inspire most artists,the delivery was on time as stated date ,packaging it arrived in was study and protected fine.
sci teacher –
I ordered this book after it was mentioned a couple of times by other authors. Considering it was first published 120 years ago, it’s an amazing body of work. 100 plates of gorgeous illustrations. If you have any interest in science and/or art, you won’t be disappointed.
S H, Kent –
Bought as a source book for my daughter’s sketching – so size and clarity of illustrations was critical. This book didn’t disappoint – the range of illustrations is stunning, all full-page and beautifully reproduced.
K. Haddock –
Bought for my nature loving, artistic adult niece. She loves it and finds the pictures inspirational and calming