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Box crab and Aethra crab
6338175 Box crab and Aethra crab by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Box crab or shame-faced crab, Calappa tuberculata 1, and Aethra crab, Aethra scruposa 2. Calappa tubercolata, Etra depressa. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn 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 Crab Crustacean Dictionary Of Natural Science Dizionario Delle Scienze Naturali Jean Gabriel Pretre Marine Pierre Jean Francois Turpin Stipple Engraving Box Crab Handcoloured
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This print showcases the exquisite beauty of two remarkable crustaceans, the Box crab and Aethra crab. Captured by Corsi in the 19th century, this handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving is a true masterpiece of scientific illustration. In the foreground, we are introduced to the Box crab, also known as the shame-faced crab (Calappa tuberculata). Its distinctive box-like shape and intricate patterns make it an intriguing subject for study. With its claws raised in a defensive posture, this creature exudes both strength and vulnerability. Beside it stands the elegant Aethra crab (Aethra scruposa), gracefully depicted with its elongated body and delicate limbs. The artist's attention to detail brings out every contour and texture of these fascinating creatures, allowing us to marvel at their natural splendor. Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin's masterful direction ensures that every line and shading adds depth to this composition. Published by Batelli e Figli in Florence in 1837 as part of Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dictionary of Natural Science, this print serves as a testament to Turpin's reputation as one of France's greatest botanical illustrators during his time. As we gaze upon this enchanting artwork from Fine Art Finder, we are transported into a world where science meets artistry. It reminds us of nature's boundless wonders waiting to be discovered beneath the surface of our oceans.
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