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Giant anteater or antbear, Myrmecophaga tridactyla
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Giant anteater or antbear, Myrmecophaga tridactyla
Giant anteater or antbear, Myrmecophaga tridactyla (Great ant-eater, Myrmecophaga jubata). Illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith, engraved by Thomas Landseer. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1825
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving by Charles Hamilton Smith, engraved by Thomas Landseer, depicts the enigmatic Giant Anteater or Antbear, Myrmecophaga tridactyla. The image is taken from Edward Griffiths' seminal work, "The Animal Kingdom" published by Whittaker in London in 1825, under the direction of the renowned naturalist, Baron Cuvier. The Giant Anteater, also known as the Great Ant-eater or Myrmecophaga jubata, is the largest of the anteater species, native to Central and South America. With its distinctive elongated snout, long, sticky tongue, and powerful claws, this intriguing creature is perfectly adapted to its diet of ants and termites. In this illustration, the Giant Anteater is shown in its natural habitat, standing on its hind legs, its long snout extended in search of its next meal. The intricate details of its fur, the delicate shading, and the lifelike expression all contribute to the image's remarkable realism. The engraving process, which involved the transfer of an image from an etched printing plate to paper using ink and pressure, was a labor-intensive and highly skilled craft. The addition of hand-coloring further enhanced the detail and depth of the image, making it a prized possession for natural history enthusiasts of the time. This beautiful illustration not only showcases the natural history of the Giant Anteater but also highlights the artistic mastery of the time, providing a fascinating glimpse into the past. The intricate details of the engraving, the vibrant colors of the hand-painting, and the meticulous attention to detail all combine to create a stunning work of art that continues to captivate and inspire.
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