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Viperine water snake, Viperine snake, Natrix maura. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's " Dictionary of Natural Sciences" 1816-1830
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Viperine water snake, Viperine snake, Natrix maura. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's " Dictionary of Natural Sciences" 1816-1830
FLO4644735 Viperine water snake, Viperine snake, Natrix maura. 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 Madame Joyeau, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault.; (add.info.: Viperine water snake, Viperine snake, Natrix maura. 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 Madame Joyeau, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault.); © Florilegius
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This stunning handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving captures the beauty and intricacy of the Viperine water snake, also known as Natrix maura. Featured in Jussieu's "Dictionary of Natural Sciences" from 1816-1830, this illustration is a true masterpiece of scientific artistry.
The detailed rendering of the Viperine snake by illustrator J.G. Pretre and engraver Madame Joyeau showcases the delicate patterns and colors of this fascinating reptile. The careful attention to detail in each scale and curve brings this creature to life on paper.
Edited by natural historian Hippolyte Cloquet, this print is not only a work of art but also a valuable contribution to the field of zoology. It serves as a reminder of the importance of studying and documenting our natural world for future generations.
As we admire this 19th-century depiction of the Viperine water snake, we are transported back in time to an era when scientific discovery was intertwined with artistic expression. This engraving is a testament to human curiosity and creativity, capturing the essence of nature in all its glory.
Let us marvel at the wonders of the animal kingdom through this exquisite representation of one small yet significant inhabitant - the Viperine snake.
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