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Framed Print : Barbary ape or macaque, Macaca sylvanus. Endangered
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Barbary ape or macaque, Macaca sylvanus. Endangered
Barbary ape or macaque, Macaca sylvanus. Endangered. Simia silvanus Linn. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by C.D. Henning after an illustration drawn from nature by C. J. G. Reuss from Johann Christian Daniel Schrebers Animal Illustrations after Nature, or Schrebers Fantastic Animals, Erlangen, Germany, 1775
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Barbary Daniel Endangered Illustrations Johann Linn Macaca Macaque Primate Reuss Schreber Simia Sylvanus Henning Silvanus
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Add a touch of exotic beauty to your home decor with our Framed Prints featuring the endangered Barbary Ape, also known as the Macaque sylvanus. This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the captivating features of this rare primate in intricate detail. With its expressive eyes and distinctive mane, this engraving is not only an impressive work of art but also a reminder of the importance of conservation efforts for this endangered species. Elevate your interior design while supporting the preservation of natural wonders.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Barbary Ape, also known as the Macaque sylvanus or the Gibraltar Ape. The Barbary Ape is an endangered primate native to the northwestern Africa region, specifically in Morocco, Algeria, and Spain. This engraving, created by C.D. Henning after an illustration drawn from nature by C.J.G. Reuss, is taken from Johann Christian Daniel Schreber's "Animal Illustrations after Nature," published in Erlangen, Germany, in 1775. The Barbary Ape is a fascinating creature, with a distinctive appearance characterized by its long, curved fingers and a mane of hair around its face. Historically, these apes have been a source of fascination for Europeans, with many traveling to Africa to observe them in their natural habitat. In the 18th century, when this engraving was created, the Barbary Ape was still relatively common in the Atlas Mountains of North Africa. However, due to habitat loss, hunting, and fragmentation of populations, the species has since declined significantly, and is now considered endangered. The intricate detail and lifelike quality of this engraving are a testament to the skill of the artist and the technological advancements of the time. The use of hand-coloring adds a vibrant and lifelike quality to the image, making it a beautiful and valuable addition to any collection of natural history or primate studies. Today, efforts are being made to protect the Barbary Ape and its habitat, and this engraving serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations to enjoy and study.
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