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Giraffe or camelopard, towering over a native
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Giraffe or camelopard, towering over a native
Giraffe or camelopard, towering over a native with bow and arrows, Giraffa camelopardalis.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Ebenezer Siblys Universal System of Natural History, 1794. The prolific Sibly published his Universal System of Natural History in 1794-1796 in five volumes covering the three natural worlds of fauna, flora and geology
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Arrow Camelopardalis Ebenezer Giraffa Giraffe Ihle Johann Sibly System Universal
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This handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from Ebenezer Sibly's Universal System of Natural History published in 1794-1796, showcases the striking contrast between the towering Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis) and a native figure. The Giraffe, with its elongated neck and distinctive spotted coat, reaches new heights, dwarfing the native man clad in animal skins and brandishing a bow and arrows. The intricate details of the Giraffe's anatomy are beautifully rendered, from the delicate patterns of its spots to the delicate fringes of its ears. The native man, with his determined expression and steady gaze, adds a sense of scale and context to the scene. This illustration, created by the skilled hand of Johann Ihle, is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of the time. The use of handcoloring adds a vibrant and lifelike quality to the image, enhancing the naturalistic detail of the engraving. The Universal System of Natural History, published by Ebenezer Sibly, was a comprehensive work covering the three natural worlds of fauna, flora, and geology. This particular image, with its striking composition and intricate detail, remains a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the late 18th century.
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