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snake. Section of snake head showing poison glands and fangs, vintage illustration

snake. Section of snake head showing poison glands and fangs, vintage illustration


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snake. Section of snake head showing poison glands and fangs, vintage illustration

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Nastasic

Media ID 13593627

© Nikola Nastasic

1880 1889 60496 66697 78013 78279 Anatomy Animal Head Animal Mouth Animal Teeth Animal Tongue Animals And Pets Cross Section Danger Entertainment Fang Forked Tongue Grotesque Horror Image Created 1880 1889 Monster Fictional Character Poison Poisonous Reptile Sketch Snake Spooky Violence Viper Zoology Adder Animal Body Part Drawing Art Product Image Created 19th Century Obsolete


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This vintage illustration captures the eerie beauty and intricate details of a snake's head, showcasing its venomous fangs and poison glands. The sketch, created in the 19th century, exudes an air of spookiness with its grotesque depiction of this reptilian creature. The artist's skillful engraving technique brings out every minute feature, from the forked tongue to the menacing expression on the adder's face. The image transports us back to a time when such illustrations were highly valued for their educational and entertainment purposes. In this obsolete yet captivating artwork, we witness the fusion of artistry and zoology as it reveals nature's dangerous side. The monster-like fictional character portrayed here reminds us of both the awe-inspiring power and inherent danger that snakes possess. As we delve into this antique print, we are reminded of how far our understanding has come since this image was created over a century ago. However, it also serves as a testament to our enduring fascination with wildlife and our desire to capture its essence through art. Nastasic's masterful creation allows us to appreciate not only the beauty but also the violence that exists within nature. This horizontal drawing is more than just an art product; it is a window into another era where photography had yet to dominate visual representation. It stands as a reminder that even in olden times, artists sought inspiration from animals like snakes - creatures that continue to captivate our imagination today.

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