Paul Gervais

Phascolome Wombat - Lithograph by Paul Gervais - 1854

1854

Viscacha is an original lithograph on ivory-colored paper, realized by Paul Gervais (1816-1879). The artwork is from The Series of "Les Trois Règnes de la Nature", and was published ...

Brazilian Guinea Pig is an original lithograph on ivory-colored paper, realized by Paul Gervais (1816-1879). The artwork is from The Series of "Les Trois Rè...

Kerodon is an original lithograph on ivory-colored paper, realized by Paul Gervais (1816-1879). The artwork is from The Series of "Les Trois Règnes de la ...

Potoroo Rat is an original lithograph with stencil on ivory-colored paper, realized by Paul Gervais (1816-1879). The artwork is from The Series of "Les Trois Règnes de la Nature", an...

'Dendrolaugus Dorianus ab. loc. Aureus' Tree kangaroo native to New Guinea. From 'On the Genus Dendrolagus' by Lionel Walter Rothschild and Guy Dollman, published in 'Transaction...

'The Porculine Opossum' (Bandicoot) Copper-line engraving with original hand-colouring. Circa 1795, by Richard Polydore Nodder (fl.1770 – 1800). 155mm by 125mm (platemark) 225mm by...

Exquisite 19th-Century Lithograph of Exotic Marsupials: Koala, Wombat & Phalanger Description: This finely detailed 19th-century lithograph showcases a collection of marsupial species, including a flying phalanger, a grey koala, and a wombat. The engraving is part of an extensive zoological series that aimed to document and illustrate rare and exotic mammals from around the world. The print is attributed to the work of celebrated natural history illustrators of the period, executed with precision and artistry to capture the distinctive characteristics of these fascinating creatures. The lithograph was produced using high-quality techniques that reflect the scientific enthusiasm of the 19th century, a period when European explorers and naturalists were bringing back discoveries from distant lands, including Australia. The artwork highlights the squirrel-like flying phalanger, gliding with its extended patagium, the grey koala, shown clinging to a eucalyptus branch, and the wombat, depicted on the ground with its characteristic sturdy build. Each animal is meticulously rendered, emphasizing their fur textures and natural postures, making it not only a valuable scientific document but also a beautiful decorative piece. This print is an exceptional example of natural history illustration, making it ideal for collectors of zoological engravings, museum-quality art enthusiasts, or those with an interest in Australian wildlife. Keywords: antique animal print, natural history lithograph, marsupial engraving, 19th-century zoological art, scientific illustration, flying phalanger, koala, wombat, vintage wildlife print...

Zoology Print of Rodents, Squirrels, Hares and Beavers by T Bromme, c1865 This beautifully hand-colored zoological lithograph dates to around 1865 and is attributed to German geographer and publisher Traugott Bromme. It was likely issued as part of his widely circulated work Illustrirter Hand-Atlas der Erde und der Menschheit. The print features a rich and lively array of small mammals, primarily rodents and lagomorphs, meticulously illustrated in natural settings. Among the animals depicted and numbered are several types of squirrels including the red squirrel (1), black squirrel...