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White worm lizard, Amphisbaena alba
White worm lizard, Amphisbaena alba.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792
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Bring the enchanting world of natural history into your home with Media Storehouse's Framed Prints featuring the rare and captivating White Worm Lizard, Amphisbaena alba. This exquisite print is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in 1792. Handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the intricate details of this unique reptile's scales and form, transporting you back in time to the early days of zoological discovery. Add this stunning piece to your décor and ignite a sense of wonder in all who enter your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 57.8cm x 57.8cm (22.8" x 22.8")
Estimated Product Size is 86.6cm x 62cm (34.1" x 24.4")
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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1. Title: "A Blanket of Purity: The Enchanting White Worm Lizard, Amphisbaena alba" Amidst the intriguing and diverse world of reptiles, the White Worm Lizard, Amphisbaena alba, stands out as a captivating enigma. This exquisite illustration, handcolored from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in 1792, offers a glimpse into the historical fascination with this unique creature. The White Worm Lizard, also known as the White Amphisbaena, is a small, legless reptile native to the tropical regions of South America. With its milky-white, almost translucent body, it is a striking contrast to the typical earthy tones of its forest habitat. This delicate appearance belies its tenacious nature, as it is an adept burrower and a formidable predator, preying upon insects, worms, and other small invertebrates. George Shaw (1751-1813), a renowned English naturalist, and Frederick Nodder (1755-1801), a skilled engraver, collaborated on The Naturalist's Miscellany to showcase a wide range of exotic species. Their meticulous attention to detail is evident in this handcolored copperplate engraving, which captures the White Worm Lizard's elongated body, delicate scales, and distinctive head adorned with two sets of eyes and a forked tongue. This historical illustration not only serves as a testament to the naturalists' dedication to documenting the natural world but also as a reminder of the ongoing fascination with the strange and wondrous creatures that inhabit our planet. The White Worm Lizard, Amphisbaena alba, remains an intriguing enigma, a symbol of the endless mysteries that await discovery in the natural world.
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