Histoire naturelle, générale et particulière des céphalopodes acétabulifères vivants, et fossiles, Paris, Impr. de A. Lacour, 1835-1848, cephalopod, fossil, An intricately detailed illustration of a cephalopod, showcasing the creature's elongated, bulbous body and an array of long, flowing tentacles. The anatomy is rendered with precision, highlighting features such as the mantle and the sucker-lined arms that extend outward. The tentacles possess a graceful curvature, suggesting movement and fluidity, while the body is depicted in a smooth, dark finish. This representation is both scientific and artistic, emphasizing the unique form and complexity of this fascinating marine animal.