Aldroandi Collection

The Botanist, 1570 (oil on canvas)
704471 The Botanist, 1570 (oil on canvas) by Passarotti, Bartolomeo (1529-92); Galleria Spada, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info)

illustration of Capreolus Polyceros from Aldrovandis History of Monsters
828945 illustration of Capreolus Polyceros from Aldrovandis History of Monsters, 1642 (woodcut) by Italian School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

illustration of "Monstrum Marinum rudimenta habitus Episcopi referens"
828944 illustration of " Monstrum Marinum rudimenta habitus Episcopi referens" from Aldrovandis History of Monsters, 1642 (woodcut) by Italian School

Ulisse Aldrovandi (engraving)
815773 Ulisse Aldrovandi (engraving) by Italian School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ulisse Aldrovandi (1522-1605)

illustration of "Gallus monstrosus"from Aldrovandis
828949 illustration of " Gallus monstrosus" from Aldrovandis History of Monsters, 1642 (woodcut) by Italian School

Ulisse Aldrovandi, Italian naturalist
Ulisse Aldrovandi (1522-1605), Italian naturalist and physician. Also referred to as Aldrovandus, Aldrovandi studied humanities, law, and medicine and was also interested in philosophy and logic

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"Aldrovandi: Unveiling the Enigmatic World of Monstrous Wonders" Step into the captivating world of Aldrovandi, a renowned botanist and naturalist whose works continue to mesmerize even after centuries. In his masterpiece, "The Botanist, " painted in 1570 with meticulous detail on canvas, Aldrovandi invites us to explore the intricate beauty of nature. Delving deeper into his illustrations, we encounter astonishing creatures that defy imagination. From the awe-inspiring "Pseudophyseter" to the perplexing "Monstrum tetrachiron alatum capite humano aurito, " Aldrovandi's depictions transport us to a realm where reality intertwines with fantasy. Intriguingly, his collection also includes enigmatic beings like the mythical "Monstrosae cuiusdam Chimaerae" and the peculiar "Infans capitibus Animalium. " These extraordinary creatures challenge our understanding of life itself and ignite our curiosity about what lies beyond conventional boundaries. Aldrovandi's fascination with anomalies continues as he presents us with astonishing hybrids such as the horned and winged creature known as "Monstrum cornutum, and alatum aliud. " The eerie yet captivating depiction of a demon-like being titled "Monstrum alatum & cornutum instar Cacodaemonis" leaves an indelible mark on our minds. Not limited to land-dwelling wonders alone, Aldrovandi explores marine mysteries too. His illustration of "Capreolus Polyceros" from his History of Monsters showcases a sea creature resembling an episcopal figure—a testament to both his scientific rigor and artistic flair. Among these marvels stands out one particular oddity—the three-headed fox-dragon hybrid named "Monstrum triceps capite Vulpis Draconis. " Its existence challenges our perception of reality while igniting our imagination.