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Ostrich, Struthio camelus
Ostrich, Struthio camelus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andreas Hoffer after an illustration by Johann Christoph Keller from Georg Wolfgang Knorrs Deliciae Naturae Selectae of Kabinet van Zeldzaamheden der Natuur, Blusse and Son, Nuremberg, 1771. Specimens from a Wunderkammer or Cabinet of Curiosities owned by Dr. Christoph Jacob Trew in Nuremberg
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Auserlesenes Blusse Camelus Deliciae Georg Kabinet Knorr Naturae Naturalien Cabinet Natuur Oder Ostrich Selectae Struthio Wolfgang Zeldzaamheden Zoological
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts an ostrich, Struthio camelus, a fascinating specimen from the natural world. The image is based on an illustration by Johann Christoph Keller, as rendered by the skilled hand of Andreas Hoffer for Georg Wolfgang Knorr's Deliciae Naturae Selectae, or Select Rarities of Nature. This work was published in Nuremberg in 1771 and was part of the extensive collection of Dr. Christoph Jacob Trew. The ostrich, native to Africa, is the largest living bird species, reaching heights of up to nine feet and weights of up to 350 pounds. Its long, powerful legs and neck, as well as its distinctive feathers, are showcased in this meticulously detailed engraving. The ostrich's unique appearance and size made it a popular curiosity in European collections, known as Wunderkammern or Cabinets of Curiosities. The Deliciae Naturae Selectae was a significant contribution to the field of zoological illustration, providing an accurate and visually stunning record of various exotic and rare species. This ostrich engraving is a testament to the skill and artistry of the engraver and the naturalist, as well as the fascination with the natural world that drove the creation of such extensive collections. The intricate details of the ostrich's plumage, from the iridescent sheen of its back feathers to the fine quill-like structure of its wing feathers, are beautifully rendered in this engraving. The background, with its delicate foliage and rocks, adds to the overall sense of depth and realism. This image offers a glimpse into the natural history of the past and the enduring fascination with the wonders of the natural world.
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