A fascinating late 17th-century marine natural history engraving depicting a remarkable assortment of sea creatures, including starfish, brittle stars, seahorses, and other marine forms rendered with the curiosity and precision characteristic of early scientific illustration. Created at a time when naturalists were still cataloging and attempting to understand the diversity of the natural world, the engraving captures the intersection of science, exploration, and art. The composition feels surprisingly modern despite its age, with the specimens arranged almost like a cabinet-of-curiosities display against a clean field of paper. More than three centuries later, the plate remains visually striking. The intricate engraved linework, unusual subject matter, and early scientific character make it equally appealing to collectors of natural history, marine life, curiosities, and early printed works. Presented in an archival acid-free mat/backing and ready for framing.