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Sapphire damsel and harlequin sweetlips
Sapphire damsel, Pomacentrus pavo, pavone di mare 1, and harlequin sweetlips, Plectorhinchus chaetodonoides, Plettorinco chetodonoides 2. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century
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1837 Antoine Damsel Delle Dictionary Dinosaur Dizionario Extinct Florence Fossil Francois Gabriel Harlequin Jussieu Laurent Naturali Pierre Pretre Pterodactyl Pterodactylus Sapphire Scienze Skeleton Stipple Turpin Antiquus Sweetlips
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving, titled "Sapphire Damsel and Harlequin Sweetlips," is a stunning example of the naturalistic illustrations found in Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's "Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali" or "Dictionary of Natural Sciences," published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The illustration was engraved by Corsi, with drawings by Jean Gabriel Pretre and direction by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin. The image features two vibrant and intricately detailed marine species: the Sapphire Damsel, Pomacentrus pavo, also known as the Pavone di Mare 1, and the Harlequin Sweetlips, Plectorhinchus chaetodonoides, also known as the Plettorinco Chetodonoides 2. The Sapphire Damsel, with its iridescent blue-green scales, is shown in a lifelike pose, while the Harlequin Sweetlips, with its distinctive black and white markings, is depicted in a more skeletal form, revealing its internal anatomy. The intricate detail and precision of this engraving are a testament to the skill of the illustrators and engravers involved. Turpin, the director, was a renowned French botanical illustrator of the 19th century, known for his meticulous attention to detail and naturalistic style. Although this image may appear ancient, it is not a fossil or depiction of extinct species, such as a dinosaur or Pterodactylus antiquus. Instead, it is a beautifully preserved piece of natural history, offering a glimpse into the rich marine life that existed during the early 19th century. This illustration is a valuable addition to any collection of historical zoological works and a reminder of the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations.
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