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Fossil skeleton of an extinct plesiosaurus, and wasps
Fossil skeleton of an extinct plesiosaurus 4, and wasps, Plesia species 1-3. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Adolph Casse Coleoptera Dhistoire Dictionary Dictionnaire Dinosaur Entomology Extinct Felix Edouard Fossil Fries Guerin Meneville Naturelle Pittoresque Plesiosaur Plesiosaurus Skeleton Species Wasps Aure
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1. Title: "A Fossilized Plesiosaurus and Wasps: A Remarkable Encounter Between Ancient Marine Reptiles and Insects" This hand-colored steel engraving, created by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries for Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's "Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle" (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), published in Paris between 1834 and 1839, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of prehistoric life. The image features the fossilized skeleton of a Plesiosaurus, an extinct marine reptile, lying on a rocky shore, with three different species of wasps (Plesia 1-3) hovering around it. The Plesiosaurus, a member of the Plesiosauria order, is depicted with its elongated neck, four flipper-like limbs, and a robust body. Its fossilized remains, discovered in the late 1820s, provided early evidence of the existence of marine reptiles and significantly contributed to the understanding of the prehistoric world. The inclusion of wasps in this illustration adds an intriguing element to the scene. Wasps, being insects, were not believed to have existed during the time of the Plesiosaurus. However, this image demonstrates the artistic liberty taken by natural historians of the time to depict various creatures coexisting in the same scene, often for the sake of scientific curiosity and imagination. The hand-colored steel engraving technique used in this print showcases the meticulous attention to detail and the artistic skill of the engraver and illustrator. The intricate patterns on the Plesiosaurus' bones and the delicate wings and bodies of the wasps are beautifully rendered, making this print a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the 19th century. This image invites us to explore the wonders of the natural world, both past and present, and the endless possibilities of scientific discovery.
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