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Asia: mountain animals and plants; flooding in eastern India; catching elephants in Ceylon (coloured engraving)
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Asia: mountain animals and plants; flooding in eastern India; catching elephants in Ceylon (coloured engraving)
3630066 Asia: mountain animals and plants; flooding in eastern India; catching elephants in Ceylon (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Asia: mountain animals and plants; flooding in eastern India; catching elephants in Ceylon. Illustration from Die Welt in Bildern (Braun & Schneider, Munich, 19th Century).); © Look and Learn
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Banyan Bear Bears Biology Black Bear Bush Catching Cedar Ceylon Ceylonese Corral Deer Elephants Enclosure Flooded Flooding Floodwaters Herding Leopard Munchener Bilderbogen Musk Deer Palm Peacocks Rhubarb Shrub Sloth Bear Sri Lanka Sri Lankan Stork Areca
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This vibrant and detailed colored engraving captures the diverse wildlife and natural beauty of Asia in the 19th century. Titled "Asia: mountain animals and plants; flooding in eastern India; catching elephants in Ceylon" this print showcases a range of captivating scenes from the continent. In one corner, we see majestic elephants being skillfully caught in Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka. The image depicts the intricate process of herding these magnificent creatures into an enclosure or corral, highlighting the close relationship between humans and animals at that time. Meanwhile, on another side, we witness a flood ravaging eastern India. The artist has masterfully depicted flooded landscapes with deer seeking refuge amidst towering trees while peacocks gracefully perch on branches above. This scene serves as a reminder of both nature's destructive power and its ability to adapt and thrive even during challenging times. The central focus is on Asia's rich biodiversity with various mountain animals like leopards, sloth bears, musk deer, and black bears roaming freely among lush vegetation. Colorful birds such as storks add vibrancy to this enchanting forest setting. Overall, this print offers not only an aesthetically pleasing visual experience but also educational value by showcasing different species of flora and fauna found across Asia. It serves as a testament to the importance of preserving our natural world for future generations to appreciate its wonders.
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