Les delices des yeux et de l'esprit, ou, Collection generale des differentes especes de coquillages que la mer renferme, Nuremberg, George Wolffgang Knorr, 1764-1773, shells, pictorial works, A beautifully illustrated display of various seashells, each meticulously detailed to highlight their unique shapes and textures. The composition features five distinct shells, numbered for reference. Shell number one showcases a cone-shaped shell adorned with intricate patterns, while the second presents a flatter, spiral design with vibrant hues. The third shell is a large, open variety, revealing its inner structure. The fourth is elongated with striking stripes, and the final shell is rounded with smooth contours. The caption 'Ex Museo Theutianiano' suggests an origin from a natural history collection, emphasizing the scientific interest in marine life.