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Catfish Siluridae Scheldt Lion mustela fosfilis
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Catfish Siluridae Scheldt Lion mustela fosfilis
Catfish (Siluridae), Scheldt Lion. mustela fosfilis. seu fluviatalis / Lion de riviere (title on object), Catfish. Numbered top right: 1. Part of the sixth album with drawings of fish, shells and insects. Sixth of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanations in Dutch, Latin and French, bony fishes (with NAME), Anselmus Boetius de Boodt, 1596 - 1610, paper, pencil, chalk, watercolor (paint), deck paint, brush, h 124 mm × w 217 mm
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Media ID 19551639
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1596 1600 1610 Animals Anselmus Boetius De Boodt Birds Bony Fishes Chalk Commissioned Deck Paint Emperor Rudolf Ii Explanations Fish Insects Latin Name Numbered Top Right Pencil Plants Shells Sixth Sixth Album Title Twelve Albums Catfish
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This print showcases a stunning illustration titled "Catfish Siluridae Scheldt Lion mustela fosfilis". Part of the sixth album with drawings of fish, shells, and insects, this artwork was commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II around 1600. Created by Anselmus Boetius de Boodt between 1596 and 1610, it is a masterpiece that combines various artistic techniques such as pencil, chalk, watercolor paint, deck paint, and brush. The image depicts a majestic catfish known as the Siluridae Scheldt Lion or mustela fosfilis in Latin. Also referred to as the Lion de riviere in French, this creature exudes power and grace. The intricate details captured in this drawing highlight its bony structure and unique features. Accompanied by explanations in Dutch, Latin, and French languages, this artwork serves not only as an aesthetic delight but also provides valuable scientific knowledge about these fascinating creatures. Numbered at the top right corner as "1" it signifies its significance within the series of twelve albums featuring animals birds and plants from that era. This print from the Liszt Collection offers viewers a glimpse into historical naturalist illustrations while celebrating both artistry and scientific exploration. It invites us to appreciate nature's diversity through meticulous observation combined with artistic brilliance.
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