Fine Art Print : Saw-scaled viper, Echis carinatus, and Madagascar
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Saw-scaled viper, Echis carinatus, and Madagascar
Saw-scaled viper, Echis carinatus, and Madagascar leafnose snake, Langaha madagascariensis.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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Cloquet Dictionnaire Gabriel Hippolyte Jussieu Madagascar Madagascariensis Massard Naturelles Pretre Reptile Scaled Sciences Snake Stipple Viper Carinatus
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This exquisite piece features a pair of intriguing reptiles: the Saw-scaled Viper (Echis carinatus) and the Madagascar Leafnose Snake (Langaha madagascariensis). This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, originally from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830, offers a rare glimpse into the intricate details of these fascinating creatures. Bring the allure of the wild into your home or office with this beautiful and authentic work of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.8cm x 53.3cm (12.1" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, published by F. G. Levrault between 1816 and 1830, depicts two intriguing reptiles native to Madagascar: the Saw-scaled Viper (Echis carinatus) and the Madagascar Leafnose Snake (Langaha madagascariensis). The illustration, directed by Turpin and engraved by Massard, was created by Jean Gabriel Pretre, a renowned painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later the artist to the Museum of Natural History. The Saw-scaled Viper, aptly named for the distinctive saw-like scales along its body, is a highly venomous snake found throughout Africa and southern Asia. Its triangular head and elliptical pupils are clearly visible in this detailed engraving. The snake's body is adorned with intricate patterns, making it a formidable and beautiful creature. The Madagascar Leafnose Snake, on the other hand, is a unique and fascinating reptile, easily identified by its elongated, leaf-shaped nasal scales. This snake, also known as Hippolyte's Leafnose Snake in honor of its discoverer, Hippolyte Cloquet, is endemic to Madagascar. Its coloration varies from light brown to dark brown with a white or yellow underbelly. This exquisite engraving not only showcases the natural beauty of these two reptiles but also serves as an important historical record of their appearance and characteristics. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring these fascinating creatures to life, providing a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of Madagascar during the early 19th century.
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