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The Hen Bustard, 1749-73 (coloured engraving)
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The Hen Bustard, 1749-73 (coloured engraving)
1110349 The Hen Bustard, 1749-73 (coloured engraving) by Edwards, George (1694-1773) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seligmann was a German engraver, illustrator and art dealer from Nuremberg. Originally engraved by George Edwards in his works A Natural History of Uncommon Birds and Gleanings of Natural History Michael Seligmann re-engraved the plates and combined it with Catesbys work A Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands translating the names into German and adding some figures and plants not present in the originals.
Die Trapphenne, Tiere, VAogel, Illustration, Naturgeschichte
Otis foemella); ePurix Verlag Volker Christen; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23535092
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This coloured engraving, titled "The Hen Bustard" is a remarkable piece of art that dates back to the 18th century. Created by George Edwards and re-engraved by Michael Seligmann, this print showcases the exquisite beauty of nature's creatures. Originally featured in Edwards' renowned works, "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" and "Gleanings of Natural History". Seligmann took it upon himself to enhance these plates further. Combining them with Catesby's work, "A Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands" he skillfully translated names into German while adding additional figures and plants not found in the original illustrations. "The Hen Bustard" captures the essence of this magnificent bird species known as Otis foemella in Latin. With its intricate details meticulously engraved onto paper, every feather seems to come alive on this print. The vibrant colours bring out the true splendor of this creature against a backdrop filled with other animals from nature's realm. Displayed here is just one example from an extensive collection held privately. This artwork allows us to appreciate both its historical significance and artistic merit. As we gaze upon it, we are transported back in time when explorers sought to document Earth's wonders through their meticulous observations. Intriguingly combining science and artistry, this coloured engraving serves as a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with our natural world throughout history.
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