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Gentian, clavaria, centipede and scarab beetle
Stemless gentian, Gentiana acaulis 1, Clavaria ophioglossoides 2, centipede, Geophilus walckenaerii 3 and scarab beetle, Geotrupes momus 4. Gentiane, Geoglosse, Geophile, Geotrupe. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by A. Carie Baron from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Acaulis Baron Beetle Carie Centipede Clavaria Dictionnaire Felix Edouard Gentian Gentiana Guerin Meneville Momus Pedretti Scarab Scarabaeus Stemless
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This hand-colored steel engraving showcases a harmonious assembly of various natural wonders from the plant and animal kingdoms. The image, created by the skilled hands of Pedretti, after an original illustration by A. Carie Baron, was published in the Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History by Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville between 1834 and 1839. At the center of the composition, a Stemless Gentian (Gentiana acaulis, 1) proudly displays its vibrant blue flowers against a lush green background. The Gentian is accompanied by the Clavaria Ophioglossoides (2), a fungus with intricately patterned caps and slender stems, adding an element of intrigue to the scene. The earthy tones of the engraving are contrasted by the bright red exoskeleton of a Centipede (Geophilus walckenaerii, 3), crawling across the forest floor. The centipede's elongated body and numerous legs create a striking contrast to the delicate flora surrounding it. A Scarab Beetle (Geotrupes momus, 4) completes the tableau by gracefully perching on a nearby leaf. The beetle's metallic green and gold exoskeleton shines in the dappled sunlight, adding a touch of glamour to the natural tableau. The intricate details of this engraving not only showcase the beauty of these natural subjects but also serve as a testament to the artistic skill of Pedretti and Carie Baron. The interplay of light and shadow, as well as the precise rendering of each subject, make this an exquisite example of 19th-century natural history illustration.
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