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Shrew mice and musk mices (coloured engraving)
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Shrew mice and musk mices (coloured engraving)
997541 Shrew mice and musk mices (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830, published by Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747-1822)
Spitz- und Bisam-MAause
Die kleine ungeschwAanzte Sibirische Spitzmaus, die Bisamratte, die Wasserspitzmaus, die gemeine Spitzmaus, der Ondatra, SAaugetiere
Sorex minutus, Sorex moschatus, Sorex fodiens, Sorex araneus, Mus zibethicus); ePurix Verlag Volker Christen; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22744204
© Purix Verlag Volker Christen / Bridgeman Images
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This coloured engraving from the 19th century showcases a variety of shrew mice and musk mices in intricate detail. The print, part of a private collection, is believed to have been featured in Friedrich Justin Bertuch's "Picture Book for Children" published between 1790 and 1830. The image presents an array of fascinating creatures including the small untailed Siberian shrew mouse, the muskrat, the water shrew, the common shrew, and the Ondatra. Each mammal is depicted with precision and artistic flair, highlighting their unique features and characteristics. From Sorex minutus to Sorex moschatus, Sorex fodiens to Sorex araneus, this engraving offers a glimpse into the diverse world of these enchanting animals. The inclusion of Mus zibethicus adds further intrigue to this already captivating composition. Rendered by an unknown German artist from centuries past, this print represents not only a beautiful work of art but also serves as a valuable historical document. Its presence in today's world reminds us of our fascination with nature throughout different eras. Through its delicate lines and vibrant colors, this engraving transports us back in time while simultaneously inviting us to appreciate the wonders that exist within our natural surroundings. It serves as a testament to both human creativity and our enduring curiosity about the animal kingdom.
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