Early 19th Century Engraving Illustrating Three Types of Sea Polyps antique black americana I am pricing this one

I am pricing this one well under comparables I've seen as I want to be sure he finds a loving home

and the handle is wrapped

or set it on a counter

He measures 4 1/4" tall x 1 7/8" wide and is in great overall condition

so assume she is as well

Early 19th Century Engraving Illustrating Three Types of Sea Polyps antique black americana I am pricing this oneI was struck by the terrific delicacy of this original engraving from 1814, and with the rather surreal properties of these sea polyps! At top is the Clustered Animal Flower "stretching out its claws" and below are a Sea Carnation and a Proboscis Polipus. For me the manner of this engraving amplifies its subject to wonderfully evoke the mystery and wonder of the underwater world! 7 1 8" x 10 1 8". Very good antique condition.