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"Le Rhinoceros D'Afrique" is an exquisite 18th-century hand-colored engraving depicting a rhinoceros, created by the renowned naturalist and artist Georges-Louis Leclerc. The artwork captures the majestic presence of this magnificent creature, showcasing its unique features with meticulous detail and artistic flair.
Leclerc's engraving is a testament to his skill and dedication to capturing the beauty and essence of the natural world. The rhinoceros is portrayed with lifelike accuracy, from its distinctive horn and armor-like skin to its powerful stance and expression. The intricate details of the engraving, combined with the vibrant colors used in the hand-coloring process, bring the rhinoceros to life on the page, making it a captivating piece of art and a valuable historical document.
"Le Rhinoceros D'Afrique" is not only a stunning work of art but also a significant historical artifact, reflecting the fascination with exotic animals and the natural world during the 18th century. It is a testament to the artist's skill and the era's spirit of exploration and discovery, making it a valuable addition to any collection of antique prints or natural history artwork.
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- Dimensions:Height: 8.55 in (21.7 cm)Width: 6.78 in (17.2 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.1 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
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- Date of Manufacture:1766
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- Seller Location:Chonburi, TH
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8788238957442
Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon
Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (French: 7 September 1707 – 16 April 1788) was a French naturalist, mathematician, cosmologist, and encyclopédiste. His works influenced the next two generations of naturalists, including two prominent French scientists Jean-Baptiste Lamarck and Georges Cuvier. Buffon published thirty-six quarto volumes of his "Histoire Naturelle" during his lifetime, with additional volumes based on his notes and further research being published in the two decades following his death. Ernst Mayr wrote that "Truly, Buffon was the father of all thought in natural history in the second half of the 18th century". Buffon held the position of intendant (director) at the Jardin du Roi, now called the Jardin des Plantes.
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