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Puffer fish Tetraodontidae Around fishing hedgehogs
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Puffer fish Tetraodontidae Around fishing hedgehogs
Puffer fish (Tetraodontidae), Around fishing hedgehogs. / Orbes (title on object), Puffer fish 1-4. Numbered top right: 8. With the Latin names. 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, ink, pen, h 237 mm × w 165 mm
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Media ID 19550783
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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 Latin Names Name Numbered Top Right Pencil Plants Shells Sixth Sixth Album Title Twelve Albums Puffer Fish Tetraodontidae
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This print showcases a mesmerizing scene of Puffer fish Tetraodontidae gracefully swimming around fishing hedgehogs. The image, titled "Puffer fish (Tetraodontidae), Around fishing hedgehogs" is part of the sixth album with exquisite drawings of various marine creatures, shells, and insects. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II during the late 16th to early 17th century, these twelve albums were meticulously crafted by Anselmus Boetius de Boodt. The artwork beautifully captures the intricate details of these bony fishes in their natural habitat. Each puffer fish is numbered at the top right corner, with Latin names accompanying them. The delicate strokes of pencil, chalk, watercolor paint, deck paint, ink, and pen bring life to this masterpiece on paper. Accompanied by explanations in Dutch, Latin, and French languages; this artwork serves as an invaluable historical record for scholars and enthusiasts alike. It offers a glimpse into the rich biodiversity known around 1600 while showcasing Emperor Rudolf II's appreciation for scientific exploration. The Liszt Collection has preserved this remarkable piece that not only celebrates nature's wonders but also highlights the artistic brilliance of Anselmus Boetius de Boodt. This print invites viewers to delve into a world where underwater beauty intertwines with meticulous artistry—a testament to human curiosity and creativity throughout history.
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