Antique "Würmer" Worm Wall Chart by Rudolf Leuckart, 1885

About the Item

Rudolf Leuckart (1822 - 1898) was a German zoologist and a professor of comparative anatomy and physiology at the University of Greifswald (today: University of Greifswald). He is regarded as one of the founders of modern parasitology. In 1856, he started the publication of his "Fauna Parasitica", which included descriptions and illustrations of over 1,300 parasites, including more than 700 species never before described. This gorgeous antique poster is from the original set consisting of 113 'Wandtafeln', printed between 1877 and 1892 by Th. G Fischer & Co in Kassel and the Hermann Richter & Co in Leipzig on behalf of the Imperial Royal Prussian Zoological Museum in Berlin. The echinoderm chart 12 from Series 1 comprises with its detailed illustrations a unique scientific document as well as an instructive teaching aid for science courses during school. Unique period instructional art centers and room and truly is a great conversation starter. Add this exceptional piece to your collection today!.

Creator:

Rudolf Leuckart (Artist)

Dimensions:

Height: 55 in (139.7 cm)Width: 42.5 in (107.95 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)

Style:

Victorian (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Place of Origin:

Germany

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Late 19th Century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. The poster is over 100 years old and has a nice age and patina. The paper is imperfect with water marks, small scratches. and other minimal signs of wear consistent with age. The poster is intact and ready for decades more of enjoyment. Please view.

Seller Location:

Deland, FL

Reference Number:

Seller: AM018971stDibs: LU7413231916152

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