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Original Hand-Colored Bird Print of a Painted Snipe and Sunbittern Bird
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1. RHYNCHDA CAPENSIS – RHYNCHEE DU CAP OU DE MADAGASCAR, 2. EURYPYGA HELIAS – CAURALE PHALENOIDE.
(translated; 1. Painted snipe, 2. Sunbittern, a bittern-like bird of tropical regions of the Americas.)
The painted snipe, a master of camouflage, boasts a mottled plumage blending seamlessly with marshy habitats. Its slender, elongated body and distinctive long bill aid in foraging for insects amidst dense vegetation, displaying cryptic elegance in its stealthy movements.
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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)
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- Date of Manufacture:1845
- Condition:Condition: good, given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. This small print is ideal for framing. Please study scan carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13261-21stDibs: LU3054337300382
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