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Nilgai (nylghan) or white footed antelope (Boselaphus tragocamelus)
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Nilgai (nylghan) or white footed antelope (Boselaphus tragocamelus)
5856449 Nilgai (nylghan) or white footed antelope (Boselaphus tragocamelus); (add.info.: Nilgai (nylghan) or white footed antelope (Boselaphus tragocamelus)
Hand-colored copperplate engraving 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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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving captures the majestic beauty of the Nilgai, also known as the white footed antelope. Featured in Ebenezer Sibly's "Universal System of Natural History" from 1794, this print showcases the intricate details of this graceful creature.
Ebenezer Sibly was a prolific naturalist who published his comprehensive work over five volumes, delving into the worlds of fauna, flora, and geology. His illustrations were not limited to real-life animals; they also included mythical beasts like the sukotyro and mermaid. The engravings in this series were created by talented artists such as J. Pass, J. Chapman, and Barlow, based on original drawings by renowned natural history illustrators like George Edwards and Maria Sybilla Merian.
In this particular image, we see the Nilgai standing proudly against a backdrop that highlights its distinctive features. The attention to detail in both form and color brings this magnificent creature to life on paper.
Whether you are a lover of wildlife art or simply appreciate the beauty of nature captured in print form, this Nilgai engraving is sure to captivate your imagination and add a touch of elegance to any space it graces.
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