Antique Ray Society Print – Parasitic Worms Scientific Illustration

This authentic antique print comes from a 19th-century Ray Society folio, renowned for its beautifully detailed scientific illustrations. The plate depicts parasitic worms in meticulous color and line work, reflecting Victorian fascination with natural history and microscopic life. A striking piece for collectors, biologists, or lovers of antique scientific art, this print captures the precision and artistry of early biological study. Published by The Ray Society London 1847-1851. 

The original print captures the diversity of worm-like organisms in exquisite detail. Each form is rendered with anatomical precision, revealing the textures, curves, and segmentation that define these humble yet essential creatures. 

Our vintage biological plates include gymnoblastic hydroids—marine organisms whose reproductive structures develop in the open, a fascinating glimpse into the diversity of life cycles beneath the sea.

Perfect for collectors of natural history, educators, or anyone curating a space that honours curiosity and transformation.

Whether framed or layered into a gallery wall, or gifted to a lover of the obscure, this print invites reflection on the beauty of life beneath the surface.