There is something irresistibly dramatic about an octopus in antique illustration. With its curling tentacles, watchful eyes and fluid sense of movement, this print has all the allure of a Victorian marine plate - strange, elegant and full of character. It is a striking choice for anyone drawn to antique ocean art, nautical decor and unusual natural history prints, bringing a bold, intelligent presence to a bathroom, study, hallway or gallery wall.
This is an edited reproduction made from antique/public domain source imagery.
Print quality
Printed on beautifully textured 300gsm cotton rag paper using archival pigment inks, this reproduction has a rich, characterful finish that suits antique marine illustration especially well. The heavyweight fine art paper gives the image depth and presence, while the archival inks help preserve its subtle tones and intricate natural detail.
Mounting & Framing
Available unframed, mounted or framed.
Mounted prints are set in an antique white mount as standard, chosen to complement the vintage character of the piece. A black mount is available on request.
Frames are handmade in the UK from solid wood and fitted with perspex glazing and an MDF back.
• Black wood frame - 20mm wide, 15mm deep
• White wood frame - 20mm wide, 15mm deep
• Dark rosewood frame - 35mm wide, 15mm deep
• Walnut gold frame - 28mm wide, 14mm deep
Please note that natural wood grain and finish may vary slightly from frame to frame.
Not all sizes are available mounted. Sizes refer to the print area.
