New World monkeys, 19th century C015 / 6091
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New World monkeys, 19th century C015 / 6091
New World monkeys with archaic Latin names, 19th-century artwork. At upper left is a howler monkey (Alouatta sp.). At upper right is a coaita or spider monkey (Ateles sp.). At centre left is the tufted capuchin (Sapajus apella). At centre right is the common squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus). At lower left is a common marmoset (Callithrix jacchus). At lower right is a golden lion tamarin (Leontopithecus rosalia). Artwork from Encyclopaedia Metropolitana, an encyclopedia published in London between 1817 and 1845. Thirty volumes were issued in 59 parts, with 22, 426 pages and 565 plates. This plate is dated 1827
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1817 1827 1845 Americas Arboreal Encyclopaedia Metropolitana Mammal Mammals Monkey Monkeys Primate Primates Primatology South America South American Alouatta Ateles Callithrix Jacchus Capuchin Coaita Common Marmoset Common Squirrel Monkey Golden Lion Tamarin Howler Monkey Leontopithecus Rosalia Marmoset New World Monkeys Saimiri Sciureus Sapajus Apella Spider Monkey Tamarin Tufted Capuchin
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This 19th-century artwork showcases a mesmerizing collection of New World monkeys, each with their own unique charm. The print, titled "New World monkeys, 19th century C015 / 6091" is a remarkable piece from the renowned Encyclopaedia Metropolitana published in London between 1817 and 1845. In this monochrome illustration, we are transported back to an era when scientific exploration was at its peak. At the upper left corner stands a majestic howler monkey (Alouatta sp. ), emitting its distinctive vocalizations that echo through the dense rainforests. On the opposite side, an elegant coaita or spider monkey (Ateles sp. ) gracefully hangs from a branch. The center left features the tufted capuchin (Sapajus apella), known for its intelligent nature and dexterous hands. Adjacent to it is the common squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus), with its lively disposition and agile movements. At lower left resides a charming common marmoset (Callithrix jacchus) while at lower right rests a golden lion tamarin (Leontopithecus rosalia), both representing the incredible diversity of South American primates. This historical artwork not only captures these fascinating creatures but also serves as a testament to British zoological knowledge during that time period. It reminds us of our ever-evolving understanding of biology and our enduring fascination with wildlife across different eras and continents.
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