Photographic Print : Lemming, hamster, songar rat, blind mole-rat
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Lemming, hamster, songar rat, blind mole-rat
Lemming, hamster, songar rat, blind mole-rat, perfuming shrew (muskrat), and elephant shrew.. 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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Blind Cricetus Ebenezer Edwards Elephant Hamster Lemming Lemmus Mole Muskrat Shrew Sibly System Universal Ondatra Zibethicus
12"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating collection of photographic prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this intriguing image of five unique creatures: the Lemming, Hamster, Songar Rat, Blind Mole-rat, Perfuming Shrew (Muskrat), and Elephant Shrew. Each print is sourced from the renowned Ebenezer Sibly's Universal System of Natural History, published in 1794. These exquisitely handcolored copperplate engravings showcase the charm and intrigue of these animals, transporting you back in time. Add a touch of history and natural wonder to your home or office with these beautifully preserved pieces of art. Each print is rights managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the authenticity and quality of your purchase.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from Ebenezer Sibly's Universal System of Natural History published in 1794-1796, showcases an intriguing assemblage of seven distinct rodent species. The first row features a Lemming (Lemmus), a small, round-bodied rodent with a short, bushy tail, and a Hamster (Cricetus), a stocky, burrowing rodent with a distinctive cheek pouch. Moving on to the second row, we encounter the Songar Rat (Songarus), a rodent native to Central Asia, characterized by its long, slender body and pointed snout. The Blind Mole-Rat (Spalax), found in Europe and Asia, is the next species depicted. This unique rodent has highly reduced eyes and is adapted to a subterranean lifestyle. The third row introduces the Perfuming Shrew (Mus), also known as the Muskrat, which is not a true rat but rather a semi-aquatic rodent. Its distinctive odor is used for communication and territory marking. Lastly, the Elephant Shrew (Macroscelides proboscideus), or Sengi, is shown in the bottom row. Despite its name, this small, long-snouted rodent is not related to elephants but is instead classified as a hyrax. This exquisite illustration, drawn and engraved during the late 18th century, is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and scientific accuracy that characterized natural history publications of the time. Ebenezer Sibly's Universal System of Natural History remains an essential resource for researchers and enthusiasts alike, offering a fascinating glimpse into the natural world as it was understood over two centuries ago.
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