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Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Florida Rat
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The image depicts an antique print titled 'Florida Rat, Neotoma Floridana', and is an original antique print with hand coloring. Published by G.B. Whittaker based on an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith around 1827, it would represent another piece in the catalog of natural history prints that were common in the period and used to educate and fascinate the public with visuals of wildlife.
Charles Hamilton Smith was an artist with a keen eye for the natural world, known for creating illustrations that were both scientifically accurate and artistically compelling. His works were among the primary methods for disseminating knowledge of animal species during this era.
G.B. Whittaker, as a publisher, played a crucial role in this dissemination process, bringing to the public detailed prints of animals from various parts of the world.
The Eastern woodrat, scientifically named Neotoma Floridana and commonly referred to as the Florida woodrat, is a species of pack rat native to the central and Eastern United States. This animal is known for its habit of collecting a variety of objects to create large, complex nests, which are commonly referred to as "middens." These nests are often made of sticks and may contain various items the rat finds interesting or useful.
Eastern woodrats are an important part of the ecosystem, as their nesting habits help to disperse seeds and create habitats for other animals. They are found in a variety of habitats, including dry uplands, wetlands, and even in suburban areas where they sometimes enter buildings. Despite the name, they are not limited to Florida and have a range that extends much further. Their populations are stable, and they are not currently considered to be at risk, although they face threats from habitat destruction and alteration.
- Dimensions:Height: 5.79 in (14.7 cm)Width: 9.57 in (24.3 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:c.1827
- Condition:General age-related toning. Minor wear and soiling. Blank verso. Please study image carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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