Shell: Hebrew Volute ( Voluta ebraea L) 1641 - 1651

This etching by Wenceslaus Hollar, titled “Shell: Hebrew Volute (Voluta ebraea L),” showcases a detailed depiction of a marine gastropod mollusk. Hollar, a renowned 17th-century artist, was celebrated for his meticulous drawings and engravings of natural history subjects. The artwork is a fine example of Hollar's keen observation and skill in rendering the intricate details of the shell's form and texture. This print, which was created between 1641 and 1651, is a testament to Hollar's ability to translate the beauty of the natural world onto paper. It is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.