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Crab-eating macaque, Macaca fascicularis
Crab-eating macaque, Macaca fascicularis. Simia aygula Linn. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Jakob Andreas Eisenmann after an illustration by Jacques de Seve from Johann Christian Daniel Schrebers Animal Illustrations after Nature, or Schrebers Fantastic Animals, Erlangen, Germany, 1775
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Andreas Daniel Fascicularis Illustrations Jacques Jakob Johann Linn Macaca Macaque Primate Schreber Seve Simia Zoological Crab Eating Eisenmann
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1. Title: "Crab-eating Macaque: A 18th Century Zoological Illustration" This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Crab-eating Macaque, scientifically known as Macaca fascicularis. The image is based on an original illustration by Jacques de Seve, meticulously rendered in engraving by Jakob Andreas Eisenmann, and published as part of Johann Christian Daniel Schreber's "Animal Illustrations after Nature" or "Schreber's Fantastic Animals," produced in Erlangen, Germany, in 1775. The Crab-eating Macaque, also known as the long-tailed macaque, is a primate native to Southeast Asia. With a slender build and a long, bushy tail, this Old World monkey is characterized by its distinctive facial features, including a flat, almost human-like nose and expressive, alert eyes. The macaque is shown in this illustration in a naturalistic setting, perched on a rocky outcrop near the shoreline, with a crab in one hand and a fruit in the other. This scene highlights the macaque's omnivorous diet, which includes both crabs and various fruits. The intricate details of the Crab-eating Macaque's fur, facial features, and posture are beautifully captured in this 18th-century zoological illustration. The hand-coloring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a stunning representation of this fascinating primate species. As part of Schreber's comprehensive work on natural history, this engraving contributes to our understanding of the Crab-eating Macaque and its habitat during the late 1700s. It is a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the time, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail and accuracy that characterized the zoological illustrations of the era.
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