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Wolverine or Gulo gulo
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Hand-colored copperplate engraving from a drawing by George Edwards from Ebenezer Sibly's "Universal System of Natural History" 1794.
The prolific Sibly published his Universal System of Natural History in 1794~1796 in five volumes covering the three natural worlds of fauna, flora and geology. The series included illustrations of mythical beasts such as the sukotyro and the mermaid, and depicted sloths sitting on the ground (instead of hanging from trees) and a domesticated female orang utan wearing a bandana. The engravings were by J. Pass, J. Chapman and Barlow copied from original drawings by famous natural history artists George Edwards, Albertus Seba, Maria Sybilla Merian, and Johann Ihle.); © Florilegius
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1794 Albertus Barlow Beast Chapman Ebenezer Edwards Fauna Geology George Hand Colored Ihle Johann Maria Merian Mermaid Mythical Pass Seba Sibly Sukotyro Sybilla System Universal Wolverine Copperplate Gulo
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving of a Wolverine or Gulo gulo captures the fierce and elusive nature of this fascinating creature. The intricate details in the drawing by George Edwards, featured in Ebenezer Sibly's "Universal System of Natural History" from 1794, bring this powerful animal to life on paper.
Ebenezer Sibly's work was groundbreaking for its time, covering not only fauna but also flora and geology in great detail. The series included illustrations of mythical beasts like the sukotyro and mermaid, showcasing a wide range of creatures both real and imagined. The engravings by artists such as J. Pass, J. Chapman, and Barlow were based on original drawings by renowned natural history artists like Albertus Seba and Maria Sybilla Merian.
This print is a testament to the rich history of scientific illustration and the dedication of artists to accurately depict the wonders of the natural world. The intensity in the eyes of the Wolverine captured in this engraving is sure to captivate viewers and inspire awe for these incredible animals.
Overall, this print serves as a beautiful reminder of our connection to nature and the importance of preserving species like the Wolverine for future generations to appreciate and admire.
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