Items Similar to Antique Shell Print of Sumatran Snails – Helicarion, Pupina, Melania c.1887
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 10
Antique Shell Print of Sumatran Snails – Helicarion, Pupina, Melania c.1887
$274.96
£200.40
€230
CA$377.02
A$420.95
CHF 219.58
MX$5,176.21
NOK 2,771.36
SEK 2,609.14
DKK 1,750.12
Shipping
Retrieving quote...The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation
About the Item
Antique Shell Print of Sumatran Snails – Helicarion, Pupina, Melania c.1887
Description:
This elegant 19th-century lithograph depicts various Sumatran molluscs and was published circa 1878 in the renowned Dutch scientific series *Midden-Sumatra*. The plate is titled *Moll. Pl. I.* and illustrates:
1. Helicarion sumatrensis – a terrestrial pulmonate gastropod belonging to the family Helicarionidae, notable for its semi-slug form with a small, partly reduced shell and extended mantle, often found in humid forest habitats feeding on decaying plant matter and fungi.
2. Pupina superba – a striking land snail from the Pupinidae family, recognised by its glossy, thick shell with an operculum, adapted for retaining moisture, often inhabiting limestone areas and dense vegetation in tropical Southeast Asia.
3-6. Melania species – freshwater snails of the genus Melanoides, part of the Thiaridae family, showing their characteristic turreted shells with multiple whorls. These are common in streams and rivers with sandy or muddy bottoms and play ecological roles in nutrient cycling and algae grazing.
This lithograph was drawn and engraved by A.J.W. (artist and lithographer initials visible lower left) and printed by P.W\.M. Trap in Leiden, a leading natural history printer of the era. The image displays fine scientific accuracy, subtle coloration, and detailed studies of apertures and shell texture, reflecting the meticulous taxonomic work carried out during the Dutch expeditions in Sumatra.
Condition report:
Very good condition for its age. Minor toning and a few small foxing spots along the margins, typical of 19th-century natural history prints. Strong plate impression with crisp, clear labels. Small tear in the left border.
Framing tips:
This plate will look refined in a slender gold, walnut, or dark brown wooden frame with a natural linen or cream mount, enhancing its delicate lines while harmonising with botanical or zoological prints in a study, gallery wall, or museum-style interior.
- Dimensions:Height: 10.36 in (26.3 cm)Width: 6.89 in (17.5 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1887
- Condition:Very good condition for its age. Minor toning and a few small foxing spots along the margins, typical of 19th-century natural history prints. Strong plate impression with crisp, clear labels. Small tear in the left border.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13029-1-291stDibs: LU3054345640472
About the Seller
5.0
Recognized Seller
These prestigious sellers are industry leaders and represent the highest echelon for item quality and design.
Gold Seller
Premium sellers maintaining a 4.3+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2009
1stDibs seller since 2017
2,479 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Langweer, Netherlands
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllAntique Fashion Print, 1887
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print titled 'Le Progrès'. Old fashion print of various men and women illustrating the fashion trends of March, 1887.
Artists and Engravers: Published for 'La Gazett...
Category
Antique 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
$210 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Print of St. Petersburg by Walker, '1887'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Bird’s-Eye View of St. Petersburg'. Old print with a view of Saint Petersburg, Russia. Originates from 'Voyages and Travels'. Published by E.W. Walker & Co, Bos...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
$95 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Print of Memorial Hall in Cambridge, '1887'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Memorial Hall, Cambridge Mass'. View of Memorial Hall, Cambridge, Massachusetts. This print originates from 'Voyages and ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
$143 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Print of a Sea Snail and Other Mollusc, 1854
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Pleuriolome, Plicatule'. Print of a sea snail and other molluscs. This print originates from 'Musée d'Histoire Naturelle' by M. Achille...
Category
Antique 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
$172 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 4 Antique German Renaissance Design Prints by H. Dolmetsch, c.1887
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of 4 Antique German Renaissance Design Prints by H. Dolmetsch, c.1880
This beautiful compilation of four antique prints celebrates the diverse and richly ornamental traditions o...
Category
Antique 1880s Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Fashion Print of Gentlemen and Woman in France, 1887
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print titled 'Le Progrès'. Old fashion print of various men and women illustrating the fashion trends of March, 1887.Artists and Engravers: Published for 'La Gazette ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
$229 Sale Price
20% Off
You May Also Like
Original Antique Prints of Shells, 1847
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great images of shells
Unframed.
Lithographs after Cpt. Brown with original hand color.
Published, 1847.
The measurement is for 1 print
Free shipping
Category
Antique 1840s English Folk Art Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Print of Shells, 1847 'Unframed'
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of shells.
Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames.
Lithograph after Cpt. Brown with original hand color.
Publishe...
Category
Antique 1840s English Folk Art Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Print of Shells, 1847 'Unframed'
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of shells.
Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames.
Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original hand color.
Publishe...
Category
Antique 1840s English Folk Art Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Print of Shells, 1847 'Unframed'
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of shells.
Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames.
Lithograph after Cpt. Brown with original hand color.
Publishe...
Category
Antique 1840s English Folk Art Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Prints with Shells and Crostaceus
By Alexander Hogg
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
ST/487 - Three "Shells" and one "Crostaceus animals" from 1820 - Watercolor hand-colored prints -
Published by Alexander Hogg at the Kings Arms N° 16 Pater...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Beaux Arts Prints
Materials
Paper
$2,151 / set
Pair Antique Wm. H. Prestele Pomological Apple and Peaches Prints, 1887-1888
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Cottagecore Style antique 19th Century custom framed pair of Pomological William Henry Prestele Jeffries Apple, Kelsey and Satsuma Peaches prints
1887 and 1888
Fine, custom...
Category
Antique 19th Century American American Classical Prints
Materials
Paper
