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Royal Bengal Tiger, Panthera tigris tigris
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Royal Bengal Tiger, Panthera tigris tigris
Royal Bengal Tiger, Panthera tigris tigris.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Ebenezer Siblys Universal System of Natural History, 1794. The prolific Sibly published his Universal System of Natural History in 1794-1796 in five volumes covering the three natural worlds of fauna, flora and geology
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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger, Panthera tigris tigris, in its natural habitat. The image is taken from Ebenezer Sibly's Universal System of Natural History, published in five volumes between 1794 and 1796. Sibly was a prolific naturalist and publisher, and this illustration is a testament to his dedication to documenting the natural world. The Royal Bengal Tiger, also known as the Bengal Tiger or the Indian Tiger, is the most numerous tiger subspecies and is native to the Indian subcontinent. This magnificent creature is easily recognizable by its distinctive orange coat with black stripes, which provides excellent camouflage in the dappled sunlight of its forest home. The Royal Bengal Tiger is the national animal of India and is a powerful symbol of the country's rich biodiversity. This exquisite illustration was produced using the copperplate engraving technique, which involves etching a design onto a copper plate and then inking and printing it onto paper. The intricate details of the tiger's fur, muscles, and expressions are beautifully captured in this handcolored engraving, making it a valuable historical document as well as a work of art. The image is attributed to Johann Ihle, a skilled engraver who worked on many natural history projects during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Ihle's expertise is evident in the precise lines and shading used to create the lifelike image of the Royal Bengal Tiger. This engraving is a testament to the artistry and scientific rigor of the natural history illustrations produced during this period, and it continues to captivate viewers with its beauty and historical significance.
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