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Table 240 From Natural History of Jamaica (1725) by Sir Hans Sloane
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Art And Illustration Art And Illustration Zoological Arthropod Arthropoda Black And White Caribbean Discovery Entomology Exploration Greater Antilles Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Jamaica Shell Sir Hans Sloane Sloane Voyage Invertebrata
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This illustration is taken from Table 240 of Sir Hans Sloane's seminal work, "A Natural History of Jamaica," published in 1725. The tableau presents a harmonious juxtaposition of a beautiful Caribbean shell and intricately-detailed insects, both native to Jamaica and the greater Antilles. Sir Hans Sloane, an influential English naturalist, physician, and collector, documented his explorations and discoveries during his voyage to the Caribbean in the late 17th century. The black and white drawing showcases a large, spiraled conch shell, its intricate patterns and delicate curves a testament to the wonders of the natural world. In the foreground, a diverse array of arthropods, belonging to the classes Insecta and Hexapoda, are meticulously rendered. Among them, a striking, elongated beetle, its iridescent exoskeleton shimmering in the monochromatic image, and a delicate, winged ant, its six legs poised in a graceful pose. The illustration is a remarkable example of the art and science of entomology during the early 18th century. Sir Hans Sloane's meticulous observations and detailed documentation of these invertebrates laid the groundwork for future research and understanding of the natural world. This image, with its blend of natural beauty and scientific precision, continues to captivate and inspire viewers over three centuries later.
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