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Dodo statue on the Scotch House in Veere
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Dodo statue on the Scotch House in Veere
Dodo statue on the facade of the Scotch House in Veere, the Netherlands, 1561. Heliotype by Van Leer from Dr. Anthonie Cornelis Oudemans Dodo Studies, Amsterdam, Johannes Muller, 1917
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Amsterdam Anthonie Cornelis Cucullatus Didus Dodo Extinct Heliotype Ineptus Johannes Leer Muller Netherlands Ornithology Oudemans Raphus Scotch Studies Veere
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This heliotype print depicts the intriguing Dodo statue that graces the facade of the Scotch House in Veere, a historic town in the Netherlands. Dated back to 1561, this early representation of the extinct Dodo bird (Raphus cucullatus) is a rare and valuable piece of ornithological history. The statue, which is believed to be the oldest known depiction of the Dodo, was created during a time when Europeans were first discovering new and exotic species in the far-off lands of the Atlantic Ocean. The Dodo, a flightless bird endemic to the island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean, was discovered by Dutch sailors in the late 16th century. This bird, with its distinctive appearance, large size, and lack of ability to fly, quickly captured the imagination of Europeans and became a symbol of the wonders of the New World. This heliotype print, created by Van Leer from Dr. Anthonie Cornelis Oudemans' Dodo Studies published in Amsterdam by Johannes Muller in 1917, provides a unique glimpse into the past and the fascination that the Dodo held for Europeans during the early modern period. The statue on the Scotch House in Veere serves as a reminder of the important role that the Netherlands played in the exploration and documentation of the natural world during this time. The Dodo, which is now extinct, is a symbol of the fragility of the natural world and the importance of preserving and studying the natural world for future generations. This heliotype print is not only a beautiful work of art but also a valuable historical document that sheds light on our past and the wonders of the natural world.
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