W X: Worabee -- Xochotol, 1850 (engraving)

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W X: Worabee -- Xochotol, 1850 (engraving)

7312430 W X: Worabee -- Xochotol, 1850 (engraving) by Lassalle, Louis Simon (Cabaillot-Lassalle) (1810-1870); 18x12 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: W X: Worabee -- Xochotol in "Alphabet du Jardin des Plantes", by Mrs. Louise Leneveux (alias Marie-Louise Pignot (1797-1876), illustrated with 16 lithographs drawn by L. Lassalle and numerous vignettes on wood. Mrs Veuve Louis Janet, Libraire-publisher, 59 rue Saint-Jacques, Paris, 1850 (Source BNF). 142 pages. Measurements: 18 x 12 cm."); Photo © Duvallon

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Abecedary Alphabet Primer Animlas Zoological Zoologist Alphabet Letter Educating Natural Sciences

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This print showcases an engraving titled "W X: Worabee -- Xochotol, 1850" by Louis Simon Lassalle. Measuring at 18x12 cm, this piece is part of a private collection and holds immense historical significance. The engraving was featured in the book "Alphabet du Jardin des Plantes" by Mrs. Louise Leneveux, also known as Marie-Louise Pignot. The book included 16 lithographs drawn by Lassalle and numerous vignettes on wood, providing readers with a visual feast of natural history. Published in Paris in 1850 by Mrs Veuve Louis Janet, Libraire-publisher located on rue Saint-Jacques, this masterpiece spans across 142 pages. It serves as both an alphabet primer and an educational tool for those interested in zoology and the natural sciences. The image itself captures the essence of early nineteenth-century France with its black-and-white depiction of various animals. Each letter represents a different bird species meticulously engraved to showcase their unique features. Lassalle's attention to detail shines through his intricate engravings that bring these birds to life on paper. This print allows viewers to appreciate the beauty and artistry behind this remarkable work from the nineteenth century. With its rich historical context and artistic brilliance, this print is truly a treasure for enthusiasts of natural history and European art alike.

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