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Amethystine or scrub python, amethyst python, Morelia amethistina. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's " Dictionary of Natural Sciences" 1816-1830
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Amethystine or scrub python, amethyst python, Morelia amethistina. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's " Dictionary of Natural Sciences" 1816-1830
FLO4644747 Amethystine or scrub python, amethyst python, Morelia amethistina. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's " Dictionary of Natural Sciences" 1816-1830. The volumes on fish and reptiles were edited by Hippolyte Cloquet, natural historian and doctor of medicine. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault.; (add.info.: Amethystine or scrub python, amethyst python, Morelia amethistina. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's " Dictionary of Natural Sciences" 1816-1830. The volumes on fish and reptiles were edited by Hippolyte Cloquet, natural historian and doctor of medicine. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault.); © Florilegius
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving captures the beauty and majesty of the Amethystine or scrub python, also known as the amethyst python (Morelia amethistina). The intricate details in this illustration, created by J.G. Pretre and engraved by Massard under the direction of Turpin, showcase the exquisite patterns and colors of this magnificent reptile.
Published in Jussieu's "Dictionary of Natural Sciences" between 1816-1830, this print is a testament to the dedication and expertise of natural historian Hippolyte Cloquet. As a doctor of medicine with a passion for wildlife, Cloquet curated volumes on fish and reptiles that are still revered today for their accuracy and artistry.
The Amethystine python depicted in this engraving exudes grace and power, its sleek form coiled elegantly against a backdrop of lush foliage. Its iridescent scales shimmer with shades of purple and green, truly living up to its name.
This piece not only serves as an educational tool for those interested in zoology and natural history but also stands as a work of art in its own right. The collaboration between illustrator, engraver, director, and publisher has resulted in a timeless representation of one of nature's most captivating creatures.
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