Sea Anemones by Ernst Haeckel - 288 Piece Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle

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Mr. Ray: All new explorers must answer a science question. You live in what kind of home? Nemo: An anemonemone....
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  • Every puzzle invites you to discover uniquely handcrafted whimsy (shaped) pieces, thoughtfully designed to complement the image theme.
  • Irregular pieces provide an engaging challenge, keeping puzzlers intrigued with interesting shapes and rewarding problem-solving.
  • To ensure exceptional durability, each puzzle is crafted from premium 4mm FSC-certified Finnish birch plywood.
  • Nautilus Puzzles are thoughtfully designed and meticulously crafted in the USA, on California's sunny central coast.
  • The puzzles are precision laser cut with advanced technology, ensuring every piece fits together perfectly for a smooth and enjoyable experience.

Mr. Ray: All new explorers must answer a science question. You live in what kind of home?

Nemo: An anemonemone. Amnemonemomne.

Mr. Ray: That's okay kid, don't hurt yourself.

A collection of 15 varieties of sea anemones from Ernst Haeckel's 1909 book Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature).

The perfect gift for wooden jigsaw puzzlers, this traditional adult wooden jigsaw puzzle can be done time and again. Our wooden jigsaw puzzle artists have included many shaped whimsy puzzle pieces that match the theme of the image, and we have integrated them in ways that will delight and surprise you as you put the puzzle together. 
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 288
  • Artist: Ernst Haeckel
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 14" X 10"
  • Serial #: NP19-288-105D
  • Wood Thickness: 4mm
  • Design Cut Style: Victorian
  • Difficulty: Level 2
  • Made in the USA
  • Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle for Adults
  • Serial #: NP19-288-105D
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Made in the USA
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 288
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 14" X 10"
  • Design Cut Style: Victorian
  • Difficulty: Level 2

Ernst Haeckel

Ernst Haeckel was a German biologist, naturalist, philosopher, physician, and artist born in 1834 in Potsdam, Prussia. He is best known for his intricate and scientifically detailed illustrations of flora and fauna, which bridged the worlds of art and science in the 19th century. Trained in medicine and zoology, Haeckel became a professor at the University of Jena. He was an early supporter of Darwin's theory of evolution, which heavily influenced his scientific and artistic work. His passion for natural forms and structures led him to document many marine organisms with stunning precision and beauty.

Haeckel's most renowned artistic accomplishment is his publication Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms of Nature), a collection of highly stylized yet scientifically accurate lithographs first released in 1899. These illustrations, featuring jellyfish, radiolarians, and other marine life, showcased symmetry and structure in the natural world with both scientific clarity and aesthetic elegance. The visual language Haeckel developed profoundly impacted the Art Nouveau movement, leaving a lasting impression on artists and designers with his organic patterns and flowing forms.

In addition to his visual contributions, Haeckel coined many biological terms still in use today, including "ecology" and "phylogeny." While some of his evolutionary theories and ideas on human development have been critiqued and revised over time, his influence on scientific visualization and the popular perception of nature remains profound. Haeckel's intricate and scientifically detailed illustrations of flora and fauna, along with his coined terms, have significantly shaped how the general public perceives and understands nature. Ernst Haeckel died in 1919, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire scientists, artists, and nature enthusiasts around the world.