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Animalia Qvadrvpedia et Reptilia (Terra): Plate XVI, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
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Animalia Qvadrvpedia et Reptilia (Terra): Plate XVI, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Qvadrvpedia et Reptilia (Terra): Plate XVI, c. 1575/1580
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Animalia Quadrupedia Et Reptilia Terra Boar Eurasian Wild Pig Georg Houfnagel George Hoefnagel Hoefnagel George Hoefnagel Joris Houfnagel Georg Joris Hoefnagel Natural History Wild Boar
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Plate XVI of Animalia Quadrvpedia et Reptilia Terra, created by the renowned Flemish artist Joris Hoefnagel around 1575-1580, showcases a detailed and intricately illustrated European wild boar. The image is part of Hoefnagel's larger work, a natural history compendium featuring quadrupeds and reptiles from the continent of Europe. The wild boar, a large and powerful animal, is depicted in lifelike detail, with its distinctive bristly coat and sharp tusks. Hoefnagel's mastery of watercolor and gouache techniques is evident in the rich colors and textures used to bring the animal to life. The illustration is framed within an ornate oval border in gold on vellum, adding to its grandeur and elegance. Joris Hoefnagel, also known as Georg Hoefnagel or Georg Houfnagel, was a prominent artist and naturalist of the sixteenth century. His work was influenced by the scientific discoveries of the time, and his illustrations were used to document and preserve the natural world. This plate is a testament to Hoefnagel's artistic skill and his contribution to the fields of natural history and science. Today, Plate XVI can be found in the prestigious National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., where it continues to inspire and educate visitors about the natural world and the art of the past. The image is a reminder of the importance of preserving our natural heritage and the role that art and literature play in recording and celebrating the beauty and diversity of the natural world.
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