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Fine Art Print : Giant anteater or ant bear, Myrmecophaga tridactyla
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Giant anteater or ant bear, Myrmecophaga tridactyla
Giant anteater or ant bear, Myrmecophaga tridactyla. Vulnerable. Myrmecophaga jubata Linn. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Sebastian Leitner after an illustration by Jacques de Seve from Johann Christian Daniel Schrebers Animal Illustrations after Nature, or Schrebers Fantastic Animals, Erlangen, Germany, 1775
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Anteater Bear Daniel Giant Illustrations Jacques Johann Jubata Leitner Linn Myrmecophaga Schreber Sebastian Seve Tridactyla Vulnerable Zoological
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating world of the Giant Anteater with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring this endangered species in all its majesty. This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving, taken from Jacques de Seve's original illustration and expertly reproduced by Johann Sebastian Leitner, showcases the unique features of the Myrmecophaga tridactyla, also known as the Ant Bear. Add a touch of wild beauty to your home or office with this rare and intriguing piece of natural history art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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1. Title: "Giant Anteater, Myrmecophaga tridactyla: A Majestic and Vulnerable Creature of the Americas" This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enigmatic and fascinating figure of the Giant Anteater, Myrmecophaga tridactyla, also known as the Ant Bear. This magnificent mammal is depicted in intricate detail, with its long, curved snout, powerful claws, and shaggy coat, which is a captivating blend of black, white, and brown hues. The image is a testament to the artistic mastery of the 18th century, with the meticulous work of Johann Sebastian Leitner, based on an illustration by Jacques de Seve, and published as part of Johann Christian Daniel Schreber's "Animal Illustrations after Nature." The Giant Anteater is a native of Central and South America, and it is the largest anteater species, with adults growing up to 2 meters (6.6 feet) long and weighing between 30 and 45 kilograms (66 and 99 pounds). As its name suggests, this animal is a specialist feeder on ants and termites, using its elongated snout and sticky tongue to extract insects from their nests. Unfortunately, this remarkable creature is currently classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), due to habitat loss and fragmentation, as well as hunting for its pelt and meat. The Giant Anteater's long gestation period, which lasts for approximately 180 days, and its low reproductive rate, with females giving birth to only one offspring every two to three years, make it particularly susceptible to population declines. This beautiful engraving serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and its incredible inhabitants, such as the majestic and vulnerable Giant Anteater.
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