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Title page with Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe's illustration of the dodo. Title page from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melville's The Dodo and its Kindred, London, Reeve, Benham and Reeve, 1848
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Title page with Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe's illustration of the dodo. Title page from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melville's The Dodo and its Kindred, London, Reeve, Benham and Reeve, 1848
FLO4612063 Title page with Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe's illustration of the dodo. Title page from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melville's The Dodo and its Kindred, London, Reeve, Benham and Reeve, 1848.; (add.info.: Title page with Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe's illustration of the dodo. Title page from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melville's The Dodo and its Kindred, London, Reeve, Benham and Reeve, 1848.); © Florilegius
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17eme Siecle Alexander Gordon Melville Didus Ineptus Dodo Extinct Bird Hugh Edwin Strickland Raphus Cucullatus The Dodo And Its Kindred Title Page Woodblock Grande Bretagne Oiseau Zoologie
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This print showcases the title page from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melville's renowned book "The Dodo and its Kindred," published in London in 1848. The focal point of this illustration is the detailed depiction of the dodo bird by Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe, a Dutch artist known for his exquisite woodblock engravings.
The dodo, a symbol of extinction and human impact on wildlife, is portrayed with remarkable accuracy and intricacy in Bontekoe's artwork. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic fate that befell these unique creatures due to colonization and hunting.
As we gaze upon this historical title page, we are transported back to a time when explorers first encountered the fascinating but ultimately doomed dodo species. The meticulous attention to detail in both the illustration and typography reflects the dedication of early naturalists like Strickland and Melville to documenting and preserving knowledge about our planet's diverse flora and fauna.
This print not only captures a moment in scientific history but also invites us to reflect on our responsibility towards conservation efforts today. The legacy of the dodo lives on through works like this, inspiring us to protect endangered species and preserve biodiversity for future generations.
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