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Beak of a toucan, Ramphastos species
Beak of a toucan, Ramphastos species, and unknown bird (Cassowary species?). Bec d un toucan, bec d un certain oiseau a nez de rhiniceros.) Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Sebastian Leitner after an illustration by Johann Ludwig Colve from Georg Wolfgang Knorrs Deliciae Naturae Selectae of Kabinet van Zeldzaamheden der Natuur, Blusse and Son, Nuremberg, 1771. Specimens from a Wunderkammer or Cabinet of Curiosities owned by J.P. Breyn
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Auserlesenes Beak Buceros Cassowary Deliciae Georg Hornbill Kabinet Knorr Naturae Naturalien Cabinet Oder Ramphastos Rhinoceros Selectae Species Toucan Wolfgang Zeldzaamheden Zoological
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1. Title: "A Fascinating Duo: The Beak of a Toucan (Ramphastos species) and an Unidentified Bird (Cassowary species?)" 2. Description: This handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by Johann Sebastian Leitner after an illustration by Johann Ludwig Colve, showcases the intriguing beaks of two distinct bird species. The primary focus of the image is the beak of a Toucan, belonging to the Ramphastos species. The Toucan's beak is an iconic feature, large, colorful, and uniquely shaped, which has long fascinated naturalists and collectors. 3. The engraving also includes the beak of an unidentified bird, which bears a striking resemblance to that of a Cassowary. The Cassowary is a large, flightless bird native to the tropical rainforests of New Guinea and northern Australia. Its distinctive horn-like casque atop its beak is a remarkable adaptation, which is believed to amplify its calls and aid in foraging. 4. This image is taken from Georg Wolfgang Knorr's Deliciae Naturae Selectae, a rare and valuable publication from the 18th century. The work was part of a series of natural history collections known as Wunderkammer or Cabinets of Curiosities, owned by J.P. Breyn. 5. The meticulously hand-colored copperplate engraving offers a glimpse into the natural world of the past, showcasing the intricacies and wonders of these fascinating bird species. The Toucan and the Cassowary, both iconic in their own right, serve as a reminder of the diversity and beauty of the natural world, which continues to inspire and captivate us.
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