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Beak of a toucan, Ramphastos species, and unknown bird (Cassowary species?). Beak of a toucan, beak of a certain bird with a nose of rhiniceros.) Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Sebastian Leitner after an illustration by Johann Ludwig
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Beak of a toucan, Ramphastos species, and unknown bird (Cassowary species?). Beak of a toucan, beak of a certain bird with a nose of rhiniceros.) Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Sebastian Leitner after an illustration by Johann Ludwig
FLO4652777 Beak of a toucan, Ramphastos species, and unknown bird (Cassowary species?). Beak of a toucan, beak of a certain bird with a nose of rhiniceros.) Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Sebastian Leitner after an illustration by Johann Ludwig Colve from Georg Wolfgang Knorr's Deliciae Naturae Selectae of Kabinet van Zeldzaamheden der Natuur, Blusse and Son, Nuremberg, 1771. Specimens from a Wunderkammer or Cabinet of Curiosities owned by J.P. Breyn.; (add.info.: Beak of a toucan, Ramphastos species, and unknown bird (Cassowary species?). Beak of a toucan, beak of a certain bird with a nose of rhiniceros.) Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Sebastian Leitner after an illustration by Johann Ludwig Colve from Georg Wolfgang Knorr's Deliciae Naturae Selectae of Kabinet van Zeldzaamheden der Natuur, Blusse and Son, Nuremberg, 1771. Specimens from a Wunderkammer or Cabinet of Curiosities owned by J.P. Breyn.); © Florilegius
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving captures the intricate beauty of the beaks of a toucan and an unknown bird, possibly a Cassowary species. The detailed illustration by Johann Sebastian Leitner after Johann Ludwig Colve showcases the unique features of these exotic birds with precision and artistry.
The toucan's vibrant beak is instantly recognizable with its bright colors and distinctive shape, while the unknown bird's beak resembles that of a rhinoceros, adding to its mysterious allure. Both specimens are part of a Wunderkammer or Cabinet of Curiosities owned by J.P. Breyn, highlighting their rarity and significance in the natural world.
Created in 1771 as part of Georg Wolfgang Knorr's Deliciae Naturae Selectae, this print serves as a window into the wonders of nature that fascinated collectors and scholars during the Age of Enlightenment. The attention to detail in capturing every curve and texture of these magnificent beaks is truly remarkable.
Whether displayed in a scientific collection or admired for its artistic merit, this engraving offers viewers a glimpse into the diversity and complexity of avian anatomy. It reminds us of the endless marvels waiting to be discovered in our natural world, inviting us to appreciate and protect these extraordinary creatures for generations to come.
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