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Snake skeleton, skull and young snake in egg
Snake skeleton, skull and young snake in egg.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Amphibia, Augsburg, 1794
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the captivating selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring an intriguing image of a snake skeleton, skull, and a young snake in its egg. This exquisite design is taken from the handcolored copperplate engraving, "Amphibia," part of Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History, published in Augsburg in 1794. These cards offer a unique blend of history, art, and nature, making them perfect for those who appreciate the beauty and mystery of the natural world. Whether you're sending a thoughtful message to a friend, celebrating a milestone, or simply brightening someone's day, our range of greeting cards with this enchanting snake motif is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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 handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History: Amphibia, published in Augsburg in 1794, showcases the intricate anatomy of a snake skeleton, its skull, and a young snake emerging from an egg. The meticulous attention to detail in this engraving is evident in the delicate depiction of the snake's skeletal structure, each bone clearly defined and labeled in Latin. The skull, with its distinctive features including the elongated jaw and fangs, is also rendered with great care and precision. The young snake, still enclosed in its egg, adds a sense of continuity to the image, highlighting the snake's life cycle and the intricacies of its development. Snakes have long fascinated humans due to their unique physical characteristics and mysterious nature. This engraving, produced during the height of the Enlightenment period, reflects the growing curiosity and interest in the natural world and the desire to understand the intricacies of living organisms. The use of copperplate engraving, a popular technique during this time, allowed for high-quality, detailed illustrations that were widely disseminated through publications like Wilhelm's encyclopedia. This image is a testament to the rich history of zoology and herpetology, providing a glimpse into the past and the scientific discoveries that have shaped our understanding of the natural world. The intricate details and historical significance of this engraving make it a valuable addition to any collection focused on natural history, zoology, or herpetology.
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