Biological

Biological Posters – A Tribute to Nature and Classical Scientific Illustration The “Biological” collection is a remarkable visual tribute to the beauty, astonishing diversity, and perfection of the nature that surrounds us. We have gathered here classical scientific illustrations from past centuries that delight with their artisan precision and artistic soul. You will find intricately drawn posters depicting birds, animals, butterflies, insects, fascinating anatomical engravings, as well as botanical motifs. This is a collection based on the work of the greatest naturalists, biologists, and illustrators of the 19th century, including Charles d'Orbigny and Ernst Haeckel. Biological posters are an absolutely ideal choice for lovers of nature, art, and the history of science. Rigorous, research-driven precision meets the elusive beauty of nature here, creating highly intellectual and aesthetically refined wall decor. They fit perfectly in stylish living rooms, home studies, libraries, as well as in professional medical, veterinary, and natural history studios. From Microscopic Mosses to Polish Cornflowers Among the bestsellers in this category is the fascinating “Mosses” illustration from the “Plants” series by Ernst Haeckel (1834–1919), the outstanding German biologist, traveler, and philosopher. As he wrote about his work: “In terms of the beauty of their forms (...) the small mosses are in no way inferior to the great representatives of the higher plant world. Yet a magnifying glass is needed to discern the forms of the art of nature.” It was under the microscope that Haeckel discovered in moss leaves motifs ideal for intricate embroidery, and in their capsules – patterns for decorated caskets and bottles. The biological collection is also a celebration of native flora. We proudly present the original series “Polish Fields and Meadows.” Here you will find a charming poster depicting the Centaurea cyanus plant, or the popular cornflower – an essential blue accent of the summer landscape of the Polish countryside. What is especially important, the posters in this series are created in a unique way: first, they are specially hand-painted to our order by an artist, and only then, with attention to every detail, digitally scanned and transferred onto the highest-quality paper. Anatomical Engravings – the Fascinating Structure of the Human Body The biological section is beautifully complemented by precise medical posters, led by the bestselling anatomical poster depicting the trunk muscles (posterior structure). As with the flora pieces, the creation of this poster required great craftsmanship – the original illustration was carefully hand-copied by our artist and then digitally scanned. The original of this extraordinary engraving comes from the “Manual of Surgical Anatomy,” which was prepared at the University of Illinois Department of Anatomy under the direction of A. C. Eycleshymer (under the supervision of the Society of General Surgery and the U.S. National Defense Council). It is a work that, alongside its aesthetic qualities, carries immense historical and scientific value. Gallery-Quality Printing and Free Framing for Nature Explorers To ensure that even the tiniest details of the mosses, the petals of wildflowers, and the precise lines of muscle fibers are presented flawlessly, we print our biological posters on three carefully selected paper types. For historical scientific engravings (such as those by Haeckel or Eycleshymer), the 100% cotton Hahnemühle Fine Art Paper (310 gsm) is absolutely the best choice. Its noble texture perfectly imitates old archival paper taken from historic volumes. We also offer anti-glare Matte Paper (230 gsm) and beautifully saturated Pearl Paper (255 gsm). We prepare biological works of art in five universal sizes: 30x40 cm, 40x50 cm, 50x70 cm, 61x91 cm, and 70x100 cm. We know that the perfect poster deserves a beautiful, classic frame, which is why we offer a free framing service! If you purchase a matching frame in our store, we will professionally frame your poster in it as a gift. You will receive the artwork protected in a very sturdy cardboard box, ready to hang. The prints themselves are carefully rolled and packed in thick protective cardboard tubes. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) What is included in the “Biological” poster collection? The “Biological” collection is a tribute to the beauty and diversity of nature in the form of classical scientific illustrations. It includes intricately crafted engravings of birds, animals, insects, botany (for example, mosses), and striking anatomical sketches (for example, muscles). Many of the originals were created by eminent naturalists such as Charles d'Orbigny and Ernst Haeckel. How are posters from the “Polish Fields and Meadows” series created? The “Polish Fields and Meadows” series (which includes the cornflower, among others) is created in a unique, traditional way. The illustrations are first hand-painted to our special order by an artist. Only after the physical painting is completed is the work digitally scanned in the highest resolution and printed on premium paper. What does Ernst Haeckel’s “Mosses” poster show? The poster presents the “forms of the art of nature” from a microscopic perspective. German biologist Ernst Haeckel (1834–1919) was fascinated by how small mosses, seen under magnification, contain a wealth of beautiful motifs – from intricate cell networks resembling embroidery to capsules that look like small caskets. Where does the engraving depicting the trunk muscles come from? The original anatomical illustration comes from the historic “Manual of Surgical Anatomy,” prepared at the University of Illinois under the direction of A. C. Eycleshymer. Our artist carefully hand-copied this historical engraving, after which it was scanned for printing.