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Capybara, Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris
Capybara, Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris (Hydrochaerus cabiai). Native of Guiana. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration from life by Col. Charles Hamilton Smith from William Jardines Naturalists Library, Edinburgh, 1836
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1. Title: "Capybara of Guiana" This print showcases the Capybara (Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris), a remarkable rodent native to South America. The image is a hand-colored steel engraving, meticulously created by Lizars based on an illustration from life by the esteemed Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith. The engraving is part of Sir William Jardine's Naturalists Library, published in Edinburgh in 1836. The Capybara, also known by its scientific name Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris and the local name Cabiai, is the largest living rodent species. Native to South America, they are primarily found in the wetlands of Central and South America, including parts of Guiana. They are well adapted to aquatic environments, with their webbed feet and ability to hold their breath underwater for up to five minutes. Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith was a Scottish military officer, naturalist, and illustrator. He was a prolific contributor to various scientific publications, including works on ornithology and zoology. His illustrations were renowned for their accuracy and attention to detail, making them invaluable resources for naturalists and scientists of the time. The hand-colored steel engraving process involved etching the design onto a steel plate, which was then covered in a thin layer of wax. The areas to be colored were protected with a ground, and the plate was then exposed to acid. The unprotected areas, where the acid etched into the plate, were then hand-colored with watercolors. The resulting image is a stunning, intricately detailed work of art that captures the essence of the Capybara of Guiana. This print is an essential addition to any collection of natural history art or a study of South American wildlife. It provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail and scientific accuracy that characterized the works of Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith and Sir William Jardine's Naturalists Library.
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