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Fossil of extinct oyster species, Trihites plati
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Fossil of extinct oyster species, Trihites plati
Fossil of extinct oyster species, Trihites plati. Trichite massiccia. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Carini, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century
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1837 Antoine Carini Delle Dictionary Dizionario Extinct Florence Fossil Francois Gabriel Jussieu Laurent Maastricht Naturali Oyster Pierre Pretre Scienze Skull Species Stipple Turpin Mososaurus Palates Specie
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving depicts the fossilized skull of the extinct oyster species, Trihites plati. The illustration is taken from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, or Dictionary of Natural Sciences, published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The intricate details of the oyster's fossilized shell are beautifully rendered in this engraving, which was drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin. Turpin, a French botanical illustrator of the 19th century, is renowned for his exceptional skill and artistry in producing accurate and exquisitely detailed illustrations of natural specimens. The oyster species Trihites plati is believed to have lived during the Maastrichtian age, a geological period that occurred at the end of the Cretaceous period, around 72 million years ago. The fossilized skull in this engraving reveals several interesting features, including the distinct palates and the mascella, or lower jaw, of the oyster. The presence of such fossils provides valuable insights into the evolution of marine life during this period, shedding light on the diversity of species that once inhabited our planet. The engraving also includes a comparison of the Trihites plati with other unknown fish species, highlighting the unique characteristics that distinguish this extinct oyster species from its contemporaries. The intricate details and precise shading in this hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving make it an invaluable addition to any collection of historical scientific illustrations.
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