Tavle med snegle 1765 - 1833

Gerhard Ludvig Lahde's "Tavle med snegle," created between 1765 and 1833, is a detailed black and white etching depicting various seashells. The artwork showcases Lahde's meticulous attention to detail, capturing the intricate textures and forms of the shells. This print, held by the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offers a glimpse into the scientific curiosity of the 18th and 19th centuries, where natural history was a prominent field of study. The inclusion of geometric diagrams alongside the shells suggests Lahde's interest in the underlying mathematical principles that govern nature.