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Silky anteater or pygmy anteater, Cyclopes didactylus
Silky anteater or pygmy anteater, Cyclopes didactylus. Myrmecophaga didactyla Linn. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Tyroff after an illustration by J.D. Kretsch from Johann Christian Daniel Schrebers Animal Illustrations after Nature, or Schrebers Fantastic Animals, Erlangen, Germany, 1775
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Anteater Daniel Didactylus Illustrations Johann Linn Myrmecophaga Pygmy Schreber Silky Tyroff Zoological Cyclopes Kretsch
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Discover the enchanting world of the Silky Anteater with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring a captivating hand-colored copperplate engraving of Cyclopes didactylus, also known as the Silky Anteater or Pygmy Anteater, this design showcases the intricate details of this fascinating creature's unique appearance. Each card is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and is available with Rights Managed licensing, making it a perfect addition to your correspondence for special occasions or simply to brighten someone's day. Let the charm of the Silky Anteater bring a touch of wonder and delight to your messages.
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.
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1. Title: Silky Anteater or Pygmy Anteater, Cyclopes didactylus This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the intricate details of the Silky Anteater, also known as the Pygmy Anteater or Cyclopes didactylus. The illustration, created by J.D. Kretsch and engraved by Tyroff, is an exceptional example of 18th-century zoological illustration. The Silky Anteater is a small, elongated mammal native to Central and South America. With its distinctive appearance and unique characteristics, it has long fascinated naturalists and collectors. The anteater's body is covered in soft, silky fur, giving it an ethereal and delicate appearance. Its most notable feature is its long, sticky tongue, which it uses to capture ants and termites from their mounds. The illustration accurately depicts the anteater's long, curved claws, which are used for digging and opening ant and termite mounds. The creature's small size, with a body length of around 30 cm (12 inches), is also evident in the engraving. The illustration's attention to detail, from the individual hairs on the anteater's body to the intricate patterns on its ears, is a testament to the skill of the artist and engraver. This engraving is part of Johann Christian Daniel Schreber's "Animal Illustrations after Nature," published in Erlangen, Germany, in 1775. Schreber's work was a groundbreaking contribution to the field of zoology, providing accurate and detailed illustrations of a wide range of animals, many of which were newly discovered during European exploration of the New World. The Silky Anteater illustration is a prime example of Schreber's commitment to documenting the natural world with precision and artistry. Overall, this Silky Anteater illustration is a valuable historical artifact, offering a glimpse into the natural history of this fascinating creature and the world of 18th-century zoological exploration.
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