Art Forms from the Ocean: The Radiolarian Prints of Ernst Haeckel Paperback – 25 April 2005

This is a well-produced largish format book of Ernst Haekel’s astonishing nineteenth century drawings of his observations of hundreds of different radiolarians under a microscope. Tiny they may be, but they are quite haunting, especially those with spiky skeletons. I had seen them before, I can’t remember where, quite possibly in a nasty dream. The plates are preceded by an 18-page introduction. Worth having.

Great book of marine lithographs , excellently laid out and a joy to flick through.

The same as 'Art forms in nature', it is hard to believe such a man could capture so well the beauty and intricacies of our sea based companions so incredibly well. I recommend this work to anyone with an interest in art , biology or even people who like a good picture book to glance at every now and them. Truly inspiring.

Beautiful calm and gentle images of unseen nature.This is by an old master of nature and so beautifully compiled.The images are stunning, and it makes you wonder who designed such beautiful fully functioning creatures that we rarely are able to see......a STUNNING book.

Really gorgeous prints that will provide wonderful inspiration for art projects or can be used as decor in the home. Would make a great, unusual gift for any artistically minded friends and family!

Bought as a gift for a friend. A very beautiful book full of fantastic forms of art and very interesting information.

Amazing images, perfect for coping from, expanding and getting great pattern ideas! As an art teacher books like this are invaluable, love them!

Beautiful book, a really useful design resource.