Greetings Card : Capybara, Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris, and common
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Capybara, Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris, and common
Capybara, Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris, and common vole, Microtus arvalis.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Frederic Cuviers Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals, Paris, France, 1816. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Madame Rebel, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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Capybara Cuvier Dictionary Frederic Gabriel Microtus Pretre Stipple Vole Arvalis Hydrochaeris Hydrochoerus
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse range of greeting cards: a captivating design featuring the charming Capybara, Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris. This beautifully hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving, taken from Frederic Cuvier's Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals (Paris, France, 1816), also showcases the common vole, Microtus arvalis, adding a delightful touch of surprise. Perfect for nature lovers and animal enthusiasts, these high-quality greeting cards bring a touch of history and natural beauty to your correspondence. Impress your friends and family with these unique, vintage-inspired designs.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving is taken from Frederic Cuvier's "Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals," published in Paris, France, in 1816. The illustration was created by Jean Gabriel Pretre, a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo, and later became the artist to the Museum of Natural History. The engraving was executed by Madame Rebel, under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. The image features two mammals: the Capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris) and the Common Vole (Microtus arvalis). The Capybara, also known as the water hog, is the largest rodent in the world, native to Central and South America. It is semi-aquatic and can be found in wetlands and grasslands. The Capybara is depicted in the image with its distinctive webbed feet and rounded ears, resting on the banks of a body of water. The Common Vole, on the other hand, is a small rodent found throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. It is an important food source for many predators and plays a significant role in shaping ecosystems through its burrowing activities. The Common Vole in the engraving is shown in a more typical posture for a rodent, with its small ears and short snout. The intricate detail and lifelike quality of the engraving are a testament to the skill and artistry of the artists and engravers involved in its creation. The use of handcoloring adds an additional layer of depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a valuable historical record of these two fascinating mammals.
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