Buffon Collection

Giant octopus
Plate 26 from Histoire naturelle des Mollusques by Count Georges Louis Leclerc de Buffon, 1805

Thylacine, Thylacinus cynocephalus. Extinct
Thylacine or Tasmanian tiger, Thylacinus cynocephalus (Thylacinus harrisii). Extinct. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

Dodo (Buffon)
The dodo, in profile

Greenland Dog
Buffon classifies it as Chien de Sibirie and Bewick admits that the Greenland Dog is somewhat similar to the native dogs of Siberia, Lapland and Iceland

West Indian manatee, Trichechus manatus, and dugong, Dugong dugon. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

Guinea baboon, Papio papio. Petit papion. Copperplate engraving by Baron after an illustration by Jacques de Seve from Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffons Histoire Naturelle, Imprimerie Royale

Barbary macaque or magot, Macaca sylvanus. Endangered. Copperplate engraving by P.F. Tardieu after an illustration by Jacques de Seve from Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffons Histoire Naturelle

Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707-88) French naturalist, being waited on by his trained chimpanzee. French trade card issued c1890. Chromolithograph

BUFON, Georges-Louis Leclerc, count of (1707-1788). Rhesus monkeys (rhesus)
CUL4847751 BUFON, Georges-Louis Leclerc, count of (1707-1788). Rhesus monkeys (rhesus). Illustration of the "Histoire naturelle, generale et particular", 1749-1788. Engraving. SPAIN

Hyene rayee, Hyaena hyaena (Hyaenidea). engraving of the Natural History of Buffon, 1856
JAB4121262 Hyene rayee, Hyaena hyaena (Hyaenidea). engraving of the Natural History of Buffon, 1856; (add.info.: Hyene rayee, Hyaena hyaena (Hyaenidea)

Gelinotte of Canada, Tetrao Canadensis (Natural History of Buffon). engraving 1856
JAB4121269 Gelinotte of Canada, Tetrao Canadensis (Natural History of Buffon). engraving 1856; (add.info.: Gelinotte of Canada, Tetrao Canadensis (Natural History of Buffon)

Shepherd's dog, Canis lupus familiaris (Lupoidea). Natural History of Buffon. Engraving 1856
JAB4121392 Shepherd's dog, Canis lupus familiaris (Lupoidea). Natural History of Buffon. Engraving 1856; (add.info.: Shepherd's dog, Canis lupus familiaris (Lupoidea)

Spanish Morning Dog - Canis mansuetus (lupoidea). Natural History of Buffon. Engraving 1856
JAB4121389 Spanish Morning Dog - Canis mansuetus (lupoidea). Natural History of Buffon. Engraving 1856; (add.info.: Spanish Morning Dog - Canis mansuetus (lupoidea). Natural History of Buffon

Buru babirusa, Babyrousa babyrussa. Vulnerable. Illustration copied from Count of Buffon
FLO4640211 Buru babirusa, Babyrousa babyrussa. Vulnerable. Illustration copied from Count of Buffon. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine,"

Golden eagle, Aquila chrysaetos, with rabbit and spotted eagle, Aquila clanga, with duck
FLO4598062 Golden eagle, Aquila chrysaetos, with rabbit and spotted eagle, Aquila clanga, with duck. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Oudet after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's

Eurasian bullfinch, Pyrrhula pyrrhula, yellowhammer, Emberiza citrinella, and black bullfinch variety
FLO4598008 Eurasian bullfinch, Pyrrhula pyrrhula, yellowhammer, Emberiza citrinella, and black bullfinch variety, Pyrrhula pyrrrhula

Eurasian blackcap pair, Sylvia atricapilla, female in nest and male bringing food, and common whitethroat
FLO4597977 Eurasian blackcap pair, Sylvia atricapilla, female in nest and male bringing food, and common whitethroat. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Pardinel after a drawing by Edouard Travies

Egyptian vulture, Neophron percnopterus (endangered), and hooded vulture, Necrosyrtes monachus (endangered)
FLO4597968 Egyptian vulture, Neophron percnopterus (endangered), and hooded vulture, Necrosyrtes monachus (endangered). Handcoloured engraving on steel by Anneshower Pardinel after a drawing by

Puffin, Fratercula arctica, razorbill, Alca torda, and king penguin, Aptenodytes patagonicus
FLO4597965 Puffin, Fratercula arctica, razorbill, Alca torda, and king penguin, Aptenodytes patagonicus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Pardinel after a drawing by Edouard Travies

Little bustard, Tetrax tetrax, and great bustard, Otis tarda. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Manceau after a
FLO4597947 Little bustard, Tetrax tetrax, and great bustard, Otis tarda. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Manceau after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's "New Edition of

Sheepdog and mastiff breeds, Canis lupus familiaris. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Blanchard after a drawing by
FLO4597779 Sheepdog and mastiff breeds, Canis lupus familiaris. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Blanchard after a drawing by Janet Lange from Richard's "New Edition of the Complete Works

Vicuna, Vicugna vicugna, and llama, Lama glama. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Legrand after a drawing by Edouard
FLO4597695 Vicuna, Vicugna vicugna, and llama, Lama glama. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Legrand after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's "New Edition of the Complete Works of

Guianan cockof-the-rock, Rupicola rupicola, Guianan red cotinga, Phoenicircus carnifex, and banded cotinga
FLO4597627 Guianan cockof-the-rock, Rupicola rupicola, Guianan red cotinga, Phoenicircus carnifex, and banded cotinga, Cotinga maculata (endangered)

Black or American scoter, Melanitta americana, Eurasian teal, Anas crecca, wandering albatross, Diomedea exulans
FLO4597795 Black or American scoter, Melanitta americana, Eurasian teal, Anas crecca, wandering albatross, Diomedea exulans, and Cape petrel, Daption capense

An open female cuttlefish, plate from "Histoire naturelle: les mollusques" by Georges Louis Leclerc
AIS5369968 An open female cuttlefish, plate from "Histoire naturelle: les mollusques" by Georges Louis Leclerc, comte de Buffon (1707-1788) (engraving); Biblioteca de Catalunya, Barcelona

Common raven, Corvus corax, eating carrion, and jackdaw, Corvus monedula, and common magpie, Pica pica
FLO4598057 Common raven, Corvus corax, eating carrion, and jackdaw, Corvus monedula, and common magpie, Pica pica, in front of a chateau

Bluethroat, Luscinia svecica, and European robin, Erithacus rubecula on a dog rose, Rosa canina
FLO4598016 Bluethroat, Luscinia svecica, and European robin, Erithacus rubecula on a dog rose, Rosa canina, and western yellow wagtail, Motacilla flava

Eurasian sparrowhawk, Accipiter nisus, and northern goshawk, Accipiter gentilis
FLO4597957 Eurasian sparrowhawk, Accipiter nisus, and northern goshawk, Accipiter gentilis. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Fournier after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's "New

Bull, cow and calf, Bos taurus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Bruneliere after a drawing by Edouard Travies
FLO4597845 Bull, cow and calf, Bos taurus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Bruneliere after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's " New Edition of the Complete Works of

Osprey, Pandion haliaetus, and short-toed snake eagle. Circaetus gallicus
FLO4598033 Osprey, Pandion haliaetus, and short-toed snake eagle. Circaetus gallicus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Fournier after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's "New

Hawfinch, Coccothraustes coccothraustes, red crossbill, Loxia curvirostra, and house sparrow, Passe domesticus
FLO4598031 Hawfinch, Coccothraustes coccothraustes, red crossbill, Loxia curvirostra, and house sparrow, Passe domesticus, on a flowerpot

Tiger, Panthera tigris (endangered), and panther or leopard, Panthera pardus
FLO4597836 Tiger, Panthera tigris (endangered), and panther or leopard, Panthera pardus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Giroux after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's "New

Whippet, basset hound, and hunting dog, Canis lupus familiaris. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Blanchard after a
FLO4597792 Whippet, basset hound, and hunting dog, Canis lupus familiaris. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Blanchard after a drawing by Janet Lange from Richard's "New Edition of

Leopard, Panthera pardus, Eurasian lynx, Lynx lynx, and jaguar, Panthera onca
FLO4597692 Leopard, Panthera pardus, Eurasian lynx, Lynx lynx, and jaguar, Panthera onca. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Giroux after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's "New

Eurasian treecreeper, Certhia familiaris, and Eurasian wryneck, Jynx torquilla
FLO4597688 Eurasian treecreeper, Certhia familiaris, and Eurasian wryneck, Jynx torquilla. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Fournier after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's "New

Common kestrel, Falco tinnunculus, and merlin, Falco columbarius. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Fournier after a
FLO4597623 Common kestrel, Falco tinnunculus, and merlin, Falco columbarius. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Fournier after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's "New Edition of

The yeast - Natural History of Buffon, engraving 1856
JAB4121792 The yeast - Natural History of Buffon, engraving 1856; (add.info.: The yeast - Natural History of Buffon, engraving 1856); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis.

Eurasian lynx, lynx lynx. Illustration copied from Count of Buffon. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The
FLO4641369 Eurasian lynx, lynx lynx. Illustration copied from Count of Buffon. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine," Harrison, London

Portrait of Buffon (1707 - 1788), French naturalist and writer - Engraving of the 19th century
XEE5028335 Portrait of Buffon (1707 - 1788), French naturalist and writer - Engraving of the 19th century; (add.info.: Portrait of Buffon (1707 - 1788)

Portrait of Buffon (1707 - 1788), French naturalist and writer - Engraving of the 19th century
XEE5028329 Portrait of Buffon (1707 - 1788), French naturalist and writer - Engraving of the 19th century; (add.info.: Portrait of Buffon (1707 - 1788)

English Mondain and Cravate varieties of pigeon, Columba livia, on farm buildings and European turtle dove
FLO4598079 English Mondain and Cravate varieties of pigeon, Columba livia, on farm buildings and European turtle dove, Streptopelia turtur, near nest with eggs

Calandra lark, Melanocorypha calandra, Eurasian skylark, Alauda arvensis, crested lark, Galerida cristata
FLO4598058 Calandra lark, Melanocorypha calandra, Eurasian skylark, Alauda arvensis, crested lark, Galerida cristata, and marsh lark, marsh lark

Black grouse, Tetrao tetrix, western Capercaillie, Tetrao urogallus, and pin-tailed sandgrouse, Pterocles alchata
FLO4597862 Black grouse, Tetrao tetrix, western Capercaillie, Tetrao urogallus, and pin-tailed sandgrouse, Pterocles alchata

Common tern, Sterna hirundo, black tern, Chlidonias niger, great frigatebird, Fregata minor
FLO4597806 Common tern, Sterna hirundo, black tern, Chlidonias niger, great frigatebird, Fregata minor, and white-tailed tropicbird, Phaethon lepturus

Portrait of Georges-Louis Leclerc, Count of Buffon. Engraving on steel by Bosselman from Richard's "New
FLO4597744 Portrait of Georges-Louis Leclerc, Count of Buffon. Engraving on steel by Bosselman from Richard's "New Edition of the Complete Works of Buffon," Pourrat Freres, Paris

Great argus, Argusianus argus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Anneshower after a drawing by Edouard Travies
FLO4597668 Great argus, Argusianus argus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Anneshower after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's " New Edition of the Complete Works of Buffon,"

Pheasant, Phasianus colchicus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Fournier after a drawing by Edouard Travies
FLO4597615 Pheasant, Phasianus colchicus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Fournier after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's "New Edition of the Complete Works of Buffon,"

Male and female sheep, Ovis aries, and male and female goat. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Beyer after a drawing
FLO4597765 Male and female sheep, Ovis aries, and male and female goat. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Beyer after a drawing by Janet Lange from Richard's "New Edition of the Complete

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"Buffon: Exploring the Marvels of Nature and Extinction" Step into the fascinating world of Buffon, where giants lurk beneath the waves and extinct creatures come to life. From the depths of the ocean rises a majestic creature, the giant octopus, with its mesmerizing tentacles captivating our imagination. But Buffon's exploration doesn't stop there. Venture into history as we uncover the tale of Thylacine, a once thriving species now lost to time. The dodo bird also finds its place in Buffon's narrative, reminding us of nature's delicate balance and our responsibility to protect it. As we journey through Buffon's discoveries, we encounter unique beings like Guinea baboons and West Indian manatees. These remarkable creatures showcase nature's diversity while highlighting their need for conservation efforts. Buffon himself takes center stage as he meticulously studies Barbary macaques, documenting their endangered status. Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon was not only a French naturalist but also an advocate for preserving Earth's biodiversity. In his pursuit of knowledge, Buffon explores various subjects such as Greenland Dogs and Passions from Physiognomy - delving into how appearances can reveal character traits. He sheds light on useful domestic dogs like Canis lupus familiaris while showcasing Brahma breed zebu cattle with their distinctive features. And who could forget about The Black Leopard? This enigmatic feline captivates both scientists and enthusiasts alike with its mysterious allure within Panthera pardus species. Join us in celebrating Buffon's legacy as he unravels nature’s wonders – past and present – urging us to appreciate Earth’s incredible biodiversity before it becomes mere fragments in history books.