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Wombat, Vombatus ursinus
Wombat, Vombatus ursinus (Phascolomys wombat). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838
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Buffon Complements Lesson Primevere Rene Ursinus Vombatus Wombat
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving is a stunning representation of a Wombat (Vombatus ursinus), also known as Phascolomys wombat, as depicted in René Primevere's "Lessons Complements de Buffon" published by Pourrat Frères in Paris in 1838. The Wombat is a large, stout marsupial native to Australia, recognized by its powerful limbs, short, square tail, and distinctive rodent-like snout. The intricate detail of this illustration showcases the Wombat's unique physical features, such as its heavy body covered in coarse, dark fur, and its sharp claws designed for digging burrows. The engraving also highlights the animal's expressive eyes and pointed ears, adding to its lifelike appearance. At the time of this illustration, the Wombat was relatively new to the scientific community outside of Australia, having only been formally described by European naturalists in the late 18th century. René Primevere's work, which aimed to complement Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Natural History," played an essential role in documenting and disseminating knowledge about the natural world, including this fascinating and distinctive Australian marsupial. This illustration not only showcases the beauty and intricacy of the natural world but also serves as a testament to the skill and artistry of the engraver and the dedication of the scientific community to document and preserve the wonders of nature.
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