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Ourebia ourebi (Oribi), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
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Ourebia ourebi (Oribi), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Ourebia ourebi (Oribi), 1777-1786. Oerebi (Ourbia Ourbi): Ram and Ooi; with Rhenish (Rijnlandse) scale
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This image is a 18th century drawing of the Ourebia ourebi, also known as the oribi or Orebia Ourbi, a small antelope species native to southern Africa. The drawing was created by the Dutch artist Robert Jacob Gordon between the years 1777 and 1786. The oribi is depicted in a close-up and alert stance, with its distinctive curved horns and distinctive markings clearly visible. The drawing is executed in ink and watercolor on paper, and is accompanied by handwritten measurements in the Rhenish (Rijnlandse) scale, a Dutch system of measurement. Gordon's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the textured representation of the oribi's coat and the intricate rendering of its horns. The background is left blank, allowing the viewer to focus solely on the animal. The oribi is a herbivorous ruminant, and is an important part of the natural history of South Africa. This drawing is a testament to the rich artistic and scientific heritage of the Netherlands, and is a valuable addition to any collection of African or natural history art. The image is presented in a letterbox format, with the oribi occupying the majority of the frame, and is reminiscent of a sketchbook entry or a natural history illustration. The drawing is a reminder of the fascination that Europeans had with the exotic wildlife of Africa during the 18th century, and the important role that art and science played in documenting and preserving the natural world.
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