Blue Crab - Luigi Balugani Marine Life Art Print
Warm white, archival-grade, matte art paper. Bold, vibrant, non-toxic pigment inks for sharper details and deeper saturation. Endures for generations thanks to high-definition print lab techniques. True-to-life tones without glare or distortion.
About this Artwork
Scuttle into the realm of crustacean elegance with this Luigi Balugani fine art print of Portunus pelagicus. The 18th-century Italian's brush deftly captures the blue crab's intricate armor, from its azure-tipped claws to the sandy hues of its carapace.
Balugani's meticulous detailing, honed during his African expeditions, brings this marine marvel to life on cream-colored parchment. The crab's symmetrical pose, legs splayed in frozen motion, showcases the artist's mastery of scientific illustration. This isn't just a print; it's a time capsule from the Age of Exploration, when each sketch unveiled nature's secrets to European eyes.
Perfect for marine biology enthusiasts, coastal decor aficionados, or those seeking to infuse their space with a touch of oceanic wonder. By displaying this artwork, you're not just decorating – you're preserving a slice of natural history.
Let Balugani's Bologna-born brilliance transform your walls into a cabinet of curiosities, where this blue crab reigns as a testament to the intertwining of art and science.
Non-toxic Giclee Printing
Giclée Printing
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A Century of Color
Printed using a pro-lab process that helps art stay bold & breathtaking for up to 100 years with non-toxic, archival-grade inks.
Water-based Inks
Neo pigment, water-based inks that are 100% non-hazardous and toxin-free. Meeting the strictest industry standards as defined by Oeko-Tex 100 safety applications, Residues Standard List (RSL) and the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists.
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Production + Delivery =
USA: 4-9 days • Canada: 5-12 days • UK: 4-9 days • Europe: 5-10 days • Australia: 4-9 days • NZ: 5-12 days • Rest of the world: 3-4 weeks
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A Century of Color
Printed using a pro-lab process that helps art stay bold & breathtaking for up to 100 years with non-toxic, archival-grade inks.
Rich colors, velvety matte texture
3 chic frame choices
Museum-grade fine art paper
Luxe water-based inks
FSC® certified paper & wood
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Shipped carbon neutral
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Rich colors, velvety matte texture
3 chic frame choices
Museum-grade fine art paper
Luxe water-based inks
FSC® certified paper & wood
Brand new, just for you
Printed & shipped in 2-4 days
Shipped carbon neutral
3 good deeds in every purchase
Brand New, Just for You
I only produce what you truly want. All the wall art you find here is made to order. Handcrafted after you purchase by specialists at print labs around the world. Meaning your wall art gets delivered faster with less carbon emissions and landfill waste.
