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Lion (Panthera leo)
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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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1794 Albertus Barlow Beast Carnivore Chapman Ebenezer Edwards Fauna Geology George Hand Colored Ihle Johann Jungle Mane Maria Merian Mermaid Mythical Pack Panthera Pass Predator Seba Sibly Sukotyro Sybilla System Universal
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving captures the majestic beauty of a Lion (Panthera leo), known as the king of the jungle. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring this powerful predator to life, showcasing its mane in all its glory.
The print is part of Ebenezer Sibly's "Universal System of Natural History," a groundbreaking work published in the late 18th century. Sibly's comprehensive series covered various aspects of the natural world, from fauna and flora to geology. In addition to real-life animals like lions, his illustrations also featured mythical beasts such as the sukotyro and mermaid.
The engravings in this collection were created by talented artists like J. Pass, J. Chapman, and Barlow, who drew inspiration from renowned natural history illustrators such as George Edwards and Maria Sybilla Merian. Each image is a masterpiece that showcases both scientific accuracy and artistic skill.
As you gaze upon this lion print, you can almost feel the raw power and ferocity emanating from this magnificent creature. It serves as a reminder of nature's beauty and complexity, inviting viewers to appreciate the wonders of the animal kingdom captured in exquisite detail on paper.
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