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Reindeer, moose, red deer and roe deer
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Reindeer, moose, red deer and roe deer
Reindeer, Rangifer tarandus 1, moose, Alces alces 2, red deer, Cervus elaphus 3, and European roe deer, Capreolus capreolus 4. Renne, Elan, Cerf commun, Chevreuil. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Pfitzer from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Alces Cerf Cervus Commun Deer Dhistoire Dictionnaire Elan Elaphus Felix Edouard Guerin Meneville Moose Naturelle Pittoresque Rangifer Reindeer Tarandus Capreolus Chevreuil Renne
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This exquisitely hand-colored steel engraving, titled "Renne, Elan, Cerf commun, Chevreuil" (Reindeer, Moose, Red Deer, and European Roe Deer), is an enchanting representation of the natural beauty and diversity of the deer family. Created by the skillful hands of the engraver, working after an illustration by Pfitzer, this image was published in Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's "Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle" (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History) between 1834 and 1839. The scene unfolds in a serene woodland setting, where the majestic Moose (Alces alces) stands proudly, its large antlers adorned with lush greenery. The Red Deer (Cervus elaphus), with its distinctive reddish-brown coat, grazes peacefully in the foreground. The smallest of the deer depicted, the European Roe Deer (Capreolus capreolus), nimbly navigates the undergrowth, its spotted coat providing excellent camouflage. The star of the image, however, is the Reindeer (Rangifer tarandus), or Renne, as it is known in Europe. With its distinctive curved antlers and thick, shaggy coat, this Arctic deer species is a true marvel of nature. The meticulous attention to detail in the engraving, from the intricate patterns on the deer's coats to the delicate shading, brings these magnificent creatures to life in a way that transports the viewer to the heart of the forest. This engraving is not only a testament to the artistic prowess of the time but also a valuable record of the natural history of these magnificent creatures. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the delicate balance of nature and the beauty that can be found in the most unexpected places.
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