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Roc, basilisk, phoenix, unicorn, vegetable lamb, and dragon
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Roc, basilisk, phoenix, unicorn, vegetable lamb, and dragon
Mythical creatures: roc bird 1, basilisk 2, phoenix 3, unicorn 4, vegetable lamb of Tartary Agnus scythicus or Planta Tartarica Barometz, 5, and dragon 6. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Christian Muller from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1792
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Basilisk Bilderbuch Creatures Dragon Friedrich Johann Kinder Lamb Mythical Mythology Phoenix Tartary Unicorn Vegetable Agnus Planta
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases an enchanting assembly of mythical creatures from various cultural traditions. The image begins with the majestic Roc bird (1) perched atop a craggy cliff, its regal presence commanding attention. Nearby, the Basilisk (2), with its serpentine head and chicken-like body, slithers menacingly, its gaze fixed on its next victim. The ethereal Phoenix (3) rises from the ashes, symbolizing rebirth and renewal, its fiery plumage a testament to its mythical powers. Among the more fantastical creatures, the Unicorn (4) grazes peacefully, its spiraled horn glowing with an otherworldly light. The Vegetable Lamb of Tartary, Agnus scythicus or Planta Tartarica Barometz (5), is depicted as a lamb with vegetation growing from its back, a curious and whimsical creature from ancient folklore. Lastly, the fearsome Dragon (6) spreads its wings, its scales shimmering in the sunlight. This beautiful illustration is taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar, Germany, in 1792. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring these mythical beings to life, transporting us to a magical world filled with wonder and imagination. Mythology has long captivated the human spirit, and this engraving is a testament to the enduring allure of these fantastical creatures.
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