Murex tenuispina Possibly 1962

Charles Arthur Wells, Jr.'s "Murex tenuispina" (possibly dated 1962) is a detailed, realistic depiction of a spiky seashell. The artwork is likely an etching, a printmaking technique that involves incising a design into a metal plate and then using acid to create a relief that can be inked and printed. The intricate detail and sharp lines of the shell's spiky exterior are rendered with meticulous precision, capturing the natural beauty and unique characteristics of this fascinating marine specimen. This work showcases Wells' interest in the natural world and his masterful skill in the art of etching.