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Saw-scaled viper, Echis carinatus 1, and Madagascar leafnose snake, Langaha madagascariensis 2
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Saw-scaled viper, Echis carinatus 1, and Madagascar leafnose snake, Langaha madagascariensis 2
6338504 Saw-scaled viper, Echis carinatus 1, and Madagascar leafnose snake, Langaha madagascariensis 2 by Lasinio (19th century); (add.info.: Saw-scaled viper, Echis carinatus 1, and Madagascar leafnose snake, Langaha madagascariensis 2. Scitale zigzag, Langaha a muso appuntato. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Lasinio, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century.); © Florilegius
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1837 Antoine Laurent De Jussieu Copperplate Dictionary Of Natural Science Dizionario Delle Scienze Naturali Herpetology Jean Gabriel Pretre Marine Pierre Jean Francois Turpin Stipple Engraving Handcoloured Serpent Snakes
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of two venomous snakes, the Saw-scaled viper and the Madagascar leafnose snake. Captured in a handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from the 19th century, this artwork is a testament to the incredible talent of French botanical illustrator Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin. The Saw-scaled viper, scientifically known as Echis carinatus, is renowned for its distinctive zigzag pattern and deadly bite. Its coiled posture exudes both power and danger, making it an intriguing subject for artists and nature enthusiasts alike. In contrast, the Madagascar leafnose snake (Langaha madagascariensis) exhibits a more delicate presence with its slender body and pointed snout. This elusive creature blends seamlessly into its natural habitat with intricate patterns that mimic leaves. Together, these reptiles symbolize the diversity found in our natural world. Their existence serves as a reminder of how intricately intertwined all species are within ecosystems. This remarkable illustration was originally published in Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's "Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali" or "Dictionary of Natural Science" in Florence, Italy in 1837. The collaboration between Turpin's artistic vision and Jean Gabriel Pretre's detailed drawings resulted in an exquisite representation of these fascinating creatures. As we admire this piece from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, we are reminded of both the fragility and resilience present within our planet's wildlife.
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