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Octopus
The octopus is taken from a woodcut illustration from Historiae animalium by Conrad Gesner, an encyclopedic work — “a Renaissance inventory of zoology” — published in Zurich between 1551 and 1558, which sought to build a connection between ancient knowledge of the animal world and modern science.
€ 45,00
Octopus
€ 45,00
Linocut print made with a vertical press on 200 gsm Favini Rismacqua ivory paper using red intaglio ink. To achieve this shade of red, I mixed two colors: red ochre and madder lake.
Paper size: 11.69 × 8.27 inches (A4)
Image size: 6.69 × 5.12 inches
Sold unframed
This item is handmade in my Venice studio – there may be slight color variations, making it a unique piece. The work may appear slightly different from the photos. Small imperfections or irregularities add charm to the handcrafted work, distinguishing this piece from mass-produced prints.
| Print color | Black, Red, Turquoise Blue |
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How much does shipping cost?
Shipping costs are:
24 EUR to Oceania and Australia
19 EUR to USA, South America, Asia and Africa
16 EUR within Europe (Italy excluded)
12 EUR within Italy
For orders over 150 EUR, shipping may be free.
How soon will my order be shipped?
I ship orders within 7 working days of order confirmation. Large orders or custom-made pieces may take longer to prepare. In these cases, I’ll let you know the expected shipping date.
How long does delivery take?
Within Italy, delivery usually takes 5–6 working days from shipment.
Within the EU: 7–9 working days.
Outside the EU: 10 to 15 working days.
How is the item shipped?
All items are shipped with great care via Poste Italiane.
Artworks are protected with tissue paper, rigid cardboard and a padded envelope to arrive in perfect condition.
What if my item arrives damaged?
If your package arrives damaged, please contact me as soon as possible at info@plumplumcreations.com and we will find a solution together.
Can I return an item?
Yes, you can exercise your right of withdrawal within 14 days of receiving the item.
Contact me and I will explain how to proceed. Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.
Need specific information? Contact me.
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