Items Similar to Old Hand-colored Print of a Rare Amboina Sailfin Lizard
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 6
Old Hand-colored Print of a Rare Amboina Sailfin Lizard
About the Item
The Amboina Sailfin Lizard, scientifically known as Hydrosaurus amboinensis, is a real reptile species native to the Moluccan Islands of Indonesia, including Amboina (now known as Ambon). It's commonly referred to as the Amboina Sailfin or the Indonesian Sailfin Lizard.
These striking creatures are known for their impressive sail-like crests along their backs and tails, which they can raise for display or to regulate body temperature. The crests, often adorned with vibrant patterns or colors, make them visually striking and distinctive among reptiles.
Amboina Sailfin Lizards are semi-aquatic, spending much of their time near water bodies like rivers or streams. They are excellent swimmers and climbers, utilizing their long, powerful tails and webbed feet to navigate both land and water with ease.
Physically, they have elongated bodies, robust limbs, and a tail that can make up over two-thirds of their total body length. Their coloration can vary from shades of green to brown, aiding in camouflage in their natural habitats.
While the Amboina Sailfin Lizard is a real species and not a mythical creature like the Basilisk of Amboina, its striking appearance, coupled with its unique behavior and habitat, has likely contributed to its prominence and fascination, even earning it nicknames like the "Basilic d'Amboine" in some contexts or cultures.
Made by F.J. Desmares after Pierre Auguste Joseph Drapiez (1778-1856).
Engraving with original hand colouring, heightened with arabic gum on wove (vellin) paper.
More info on the book in which it was published:
The 'Dictionnaire Classique des Sciences Naturelles' by Pierre Auguste Joseph Drapiez stands as a remarkable testament to 19th-century natural sciences. Published in Brussels in 1845, this work represents an expansive collation of knowledge, building upon the pioneering works of Buffon, Daubenton, Lacepede, Cuvier, de Jussieu, and other influential naturalists.
The prints within this compendium likely showcase a rich amalgamation of artistic precision and scientific accuracy. Drapiez, himself a Belgian naturalist, would have aimed for detailed representations of flora, fauna, and scientific phenomena, mirroring the illustrative styles prevalent during his time. Given the era's emphasis on illustration, these prints were likely engraved meticulously, possibly portraying intricate anatomical details or lifelike depictions of the natural world.
With Drapiez's background in natural history, the prints might bear testament to his commitment to scientific authenticity, aiming to educate and inspire scholars and enthusiasts alike. These engravings would have complemented the text, offering visual aids that elucidate the concepts and specimens discussed in the volume.
Overall, the prints of 'Dictionnaire Classique des Sciences Naturelles' likely serve as both artistic representations and invaluable scientific resources, encapsulating the essence of 19th-century natural history exploration and documentation.
- Dimensions:Height: 10.44 in (26.5 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1845
- Condition:Condition: very good, given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13261-1171stDibs: LU3054337412312
About the Seller
5.0
Recognized Seller
These prestigious sellers are industry leaders and represent the highest echelon for item quality and design.
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2009
1stDibs seller since 2017
2,442 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Langweer, Netherlands
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllOld Hand-colored Print of Lizard species, Head and Scale
Located in Langweer, NL
Original antique print. More research is needed, but some info here:
1. **Doryphore à queue courte:"Doryphore" often translates to "potato beetle" in French, but in the context of r...
Category
Antique 1840s Prints
Materials
Paper
$120 Sale Price
20% Off
Old Hand-colored Print of a Cuban Crocodile
Located in Langweer, NL
The Crocodilus biporcatus, also known as the "Crocodile à deux arêtes," refers to the species scientifically recognized as the Cuban Crocodile (Crocody...
Category
Antique 1840s Prints
Materials
Paper
$185 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Old Hand-Colored Optica Print of the Blaak in Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'A View of the Exchange the South and North Blaak taken from the Gaapers Bridge Rotterdam'. Engraving of Rotterdam, view from the Gaapers Bridge, the Netherlands. This is an optical print, also called 'vue optique' or 'vue d'optique', which were made to be viewed through a Zograscope, or other devices of convex lens...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
$611 Sale Price
20% Off
Original Old Print of a Blue Skink Lizard, a Striped Lizard and a Triton Lizard
Located in Langweer, NL
Original beautiful hand-colored print of Lizards.
"Scinque bleu" translates to "Blue Skink" in English. The term refers to a type of lizard from the skink family that features a bl...
Category
Antique 1840s Prints
Materials
Paper
$148 Sale Price
20% Off
Old Hand-Colored Print of a Mounted British Warrior, 1815
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'A Mounted British Warrior'.
Old print of a British Warrior. Originates from 'Selections of the Ancient Costume of Great Brita...
Category
Antique 1810s Prints
Materials
Paper
$222 Sale Price
20% Off
Old Hand-Colored Antique Print of a Persian Lady, 1843
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print titled 'Dame Persanne'. Original antique print of a Persian lady. This print originates from 'Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous les peuples du monde' by August...
Category
Antique 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
$148 Sale Price
20% Off
You May Also Like
A Set of Prints, hand Colored
Located in Huntington, NY
A Set of Prints, hand Colored professionally
Framed in Birdseye maple frames.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Prints
Materials
Paper
$280 Sale Price
43% Off
Set of Four Hand Colored Monkey Prints
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This set of four hand colored copper plate engravings are illustrations by early 19th century naturalist J. H. Jacob first published in Italy in 1812, and are referred to as "Jacob's...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Regency Prints
Materials
Copper
$4,800 / set
Antique Hand Colored Print of Chinese Life
Located in Rochester, NY
Early 19th century hand colored engraving of Chinese life. Original print from "The punishments of China" illustrated by twenty-two engravings by Mason, George Henry; Dadley, J. P. P...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paint, Paper
Pair Of Antique Hand Colored Botanical Prints
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Taken after “La Botanique Mise a la Portee de Tout le Monde”, originally published in Paris 1774-1780, written by Nicolas Francois Regnault and illustrated by his wife, Genevieve de ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Country Prints
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
$2,250 / set
Contemporary Italian Pineapple Hand-Colored Print Collection 2 of 2
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Hand-colored print entirely made in Florence by master craftsmen using an antique press and artisanal paper and showing a pineapple. Another print repr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Hand Colored Print of European Notable c 1800's A
Located in Pasadena, CA
Antique Hand Colored Print of European Notable c 1800's in Original Octagonal Frame with Printed Round Mat, Italian.
11" x 11" x 1" h
Category
Antique 18th Century Prints
Materials
Wood, Paper
