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Louis Liger Collection

Louis Liger was a French naturalist and author who made significant contributions to the field of botany in the 18th century

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Ploughing and sowing seed, 1775

Ploughing and sowing seed, 1775
3480659 Ploughing and sowing seed, 1775; (add.info.: Ploughing and sowing seed, scene, from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', Paris, 1700)

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Apiculture (bee keeping), 1775

Apiculture (bee keeping), 1775
3480655 Apiculture (bee keeping), 1775; (add.info.: Apiculture (bee keeping) from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', Paris, 1700

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Title Page of 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', 1775

Title Page of 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', 1775
3480652 Title Page of 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', 1775; (add.info.: Title Page of 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne)

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Harvesting scene, 1775

Harvesting scene, 1775
3480658 Harvesting scene, 1775; (add.info.: Harvesting scene, from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', Paris, 1700)

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Silk worm cultivation and threading of silk, 1775

Silk worm cultivation and threading of silk, 1775
3480656 Silk worm cultivation and threading of silk, 1775; (add.info.: Silk worm cultivation and threading of silk, from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne)

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Apiculture (bee keeping), 1775

Apiculture (bee keeping), 1775
3480653 Apiculture (bee keeping), 1775; (add.info.: Apiculture (bee keeping) from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', Paris, 1700

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Feeding birds on a farm, 1775

Feeding birds on a farm, 1775
3480660 Feeding birds on a farm, 1775; (add.info.: Feeding birds on a farm. Scene, from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', Paris, 1700)

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Grape treading in winery, 1775

Grape treading in winery, 1775
3480654 Grape treading in winery, 1775; (add.info.: Grape treading in winery, from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', Paris, 1700)

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Farming and ciltivation scene, 1775

Farming and ciltivation scene, 1775
3480657 Farming and ciltivation scene, 1775; (add.info.: Farming and ciltivation scene, from the 1775 edition of 'Oeconomie generale de la campagne, ou Nouvelle maison rustique', Paris, 1700)

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: The new rustic house, 1775

The new rustic house, 1775. A print from La nouvelle maison rustique, ou economie generale de tous les biens de campagne : la maniere de les entretenir et de les multiplier donnee ci-devant au

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Tilling the land, 1775

Tilling the land, 1775. A print from La nouvelle maison rustique, ou economie generale de tous les biens de campagne : la maniere de les entretenir et de les multiplier donnee ci-devant au

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Pheasantry, 1775

Pheasantry, 1775. A print from La nouvelle maison rustique, ou economie generale de tous les biens de campagne : la maniere de les entretenir et de les multiplier donnee ci-devant au

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Harvest, 1775

Harvest, 1775. A print from La nouvelle maison rustique, ou economie generale de tous les biens de campagne : la maniere de les entretenir et de les multiplier donnee ci-devant au

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Harvesting the hay, 1775

Harvesting the hay, 1775. A print from La nouvelle maison rustique, ou economie generale de tous les biens de campagne : la maniere de les entretenir et de les multiplier donnee ci-devant au

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: The breeding of silk worms, 1775

The breeding of silk worms, 1775. A print from La nouvelle maison rustique, ou economie generale de tous les biens de campagne

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Grape harvest, 1775

Grape harvest, 1775. A print from La nouvelle maison rustique, ou economie generale de tous les biens de campagne : la maniere de les entretenir et de les multiplier donnee ci-devant au

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Beekeeping, 1775

Beekeeping, 1775. A print from La nouvelle maison rustique, ou economie generale de tous les biens de campagne : la maniere de les entretenir et de les multiplier donnee ci-devant au

Background imageLouis Liger Collection: Title page to La Nouvelle Maison Rustique, ou Economie Generale, 1775

Title page to La Nouvelle Maison Rustique, ou Economie Generale, 1775


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Louis Liger was a French naturalist and author who made significant contributions to the field of botany in the 18th century. Known for his meticulous observations and detailed illustrations, Liger's work helped advance our understanding of plant taxonomy and classification. Born in Paris in 1723, Liger developed a passion for plants at a young age. He spent years studying various species, documenting their characteristics and habitats with precision. His botanical drawings were highly regarded for their accuracy and attention to detail. In addition to his scientific pursuits, it also wrote several books on botany that became popular among fellow naturalists. His writings were praised for their clarity and accessibility, making complex botanical concepts easier to understand for readers of all backgrounds. Liger's legacy lives on through his groundbreaking research and publications, which continue to inspire botanists around the world today. His dedication to the study of plants has left an indelible mark on the field of botany, cementing his reputation as one of the most influential figures in natural history.