“The Maryland map I received is stunning-- high quality and exactly as pictured. The seller, Justin, was very knowledgeable and responsive to all my questions about the image. I was able to follow up based on information he shared and provide this information to the recipient of my gift of this map. I will definitely shop here again.”
| Genre | Archival print |
| Artist | Ernst Haeckel |
| Subject | Spyroidea Näpfchenstrahlinge |
| Circa | c. 1904 |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
Spyroidea Haeckel Radiolarian Scientific Chart PrintErnst Haeckel · c. 1904
Archive Print Co. · archival reproduction
| Genre | Archival print |
| Artist | Ernst Haeckel |
| Subject | Spyroidea Näpfchenstrahlinge |
| Circa | c. 1904 |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
We restore and reproduce forgotten masterworks of graphic design on museum-grade paper — so they can live on your walls instead of in an archive.
The Story Behind the Print
Spyroidea - Näpfchenstrahlinge Haeckel Scientific Chart Print
This Spyroidea - Näpfchenstrahlinge scientific chart print is a museum quality reproduction of Ernst Haeckel's 1904 naturalistic study from Kunstformen der Natur. The chart displays a comprehensive arrangement of radiolarian specimens rendered in precise black line work on a warm cream ground. A central vertical axis anchors a large bilateral specimen with deeply lobed, geometric chambers and radiating root-like projections. Surrounding this focal form are fourteen additional variations, each showing distinct skeletal architectures: some with spherical perforated bodies and delicate spines, others with bell-shaped or bulbous forms topped by slender bristling appendages. Two enlarged lower specimens appear within a decorative circular frame, their porous walls and protruding filaments rendered with exquisite botanical clarity. The German title appears at the base, with publication credits and plate notation at top margins.
The composition works beautifully in studies, research studios, naturalist galleries, classrooms, scientific offices, and cabinets of curiosity. The cream field and intricate grayscale line work suit traditional academic interiors, scientific collections, and spaces celebrating Victorian-era natural history illustration.
Premium Archival Quality
Printed on heavyweight museum grade matte paper for exceptional fine art quality and long term durability. The archival paper helps preserve the delicate pen line work, subtle tonal variations, and intricate detail of the radiolarian structure. High resolution preparation keeps the artwork clear and precise, even at larger sizes.
A Thoughtful Gift (frame not included)
This vintage scientific chart print is a refined gift for naturalists, biologists, Haeckel enthusiasts, collectors of natural history illustration, and buyers drawn to detailed scientific documentation and Victorian-era design.
Color and Detail Note
Colors and tones may vary slightly due to differences in screen settings. Each print is prepared from high resolution artwork files to ensure accurate reproduction and clear detail rendering of the specimens.
Frame not included.
Archive Print Co. All rights reserved. Professionally restored and printed on museum grade materials.
About the Frame
Framed pieces are built to order in solid wood with a 1.125 inch face, glazed in crystal-clear acrylic, and finished with a kraft paper dust cover and hanging wire. Your print is dry mounted so it stays perfectly flat for decades. Each framed piece arrives ready to hang.
The frame adds roughly 1.75 inches to each side of the print size you select. Framed orders are custom made and ship within 7 to 10 business days, free in the U.S. See our shipping and return policies for framed piece details.
Customer notes
From our collectors
“Very pleased with Justin's work. We received our print in less than a week and couldn't be happier with the final result. Both the map and the frame were high quality with great detail. Justin was also a pleasure to work with and responded timely to all of my questions. I would highly recommend this shop.”
“Shipped soon after I ordered and came in about a week! (That includes a holiday and the weekend). I loved how carefully packaged my print came and it even had a note from the seller, very thoughtful touch. The print looks so clear and the paper is great quality, it looks even better than the picture online. I would 100% recommend this shop/ seller.”





