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Four-footed animals of Australia (coloured engraving)
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Four-footed animals of Australia (coloured engraving)
998125 Four-footed animals of Australia (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830, published by Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747-1822)
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Der langschwAanzige Dasyurus, das braune und rote Schnabeltier, SAaugetiere
Dasyurus longecaudatus, Ornithorhynchus fuscus, Ornithorhynchus ruber); ePurix Verlag Volker Christen; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23508124
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This coloured engraving showcases the diverse and fascinating four-footed animals of Australia, captured by a German School artist in the 19th century. The print, part of a private collection, is a glimpse into an era when natural history illustrations were highly valued for their scientific and educational purposes. The image features three remarkable creatures found exclusively in Australia: the long-tailed Dasyurus, the brown Schnabeltier (platypus), and its red counterpart. These mammals are beautifully depicted with intricate details that highlight their unique characteristics. The long-tailed Dasyurus stands out with its slender body and distinctive elongated tail. Its presence exudes grace and agility as it navigates through its native habitat. Meanwhile, the Schnabeltier captures attention with its peculiar combination of mammalian and reptilian traits – a true marvel of nature's ingenuity. Published by Friedrich Justin Bertuch in his renowned "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (Picture Book for Children) between 1790-1830, this engraving served as an educational tool to introduce young minds to the wonders of wildlife from faraway lands like Australia. Thanks to ePurix Verlag Volker Christen's efforts, this historical artwork has been preserved for generations to appreciate. As we admire this print today, we are reminded of both our curiosity about distant lands and our responsibility to protect these extraordinary creatures that make up Australia's rich biodiversity.
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