Photographic Print : 1835 Viscacha from mountains of Chile
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1835 Viscacha from mountains of Chile
Plate 42 from Volume 1 Trans Zool Soc London, 1835, " Additional remarks on the Genus Lagotis, with some account of a second species referrible to it" with contemporary hand colouring as issued. The plate illustrates the first scientific description and naming of the species in the Transactions of the Zoological Society of London (communicated to ZSL by E.T. Bennet May 26 1835). This plate was engraved and painted by Zeitler. Bennet notes that the animal is described from only one skin obtained by Mr. Gould taken from Chile (who would later take on Darwins Beagle bird specimens and identify the finches). the animal shows adaptive morphological convergence on lagomorph rabbits
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Media ID 6318539
© PAUL D STEWART/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Andes Artist Colour Engraving Gould Mountain Natural History Chinchilla Convergent Evolution New Species Viscacha
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the beauty and wonder of the natural world with Media Storehouse's exquisite photographic prints. This stunning image, titled "1835 Viscacha from mountains of Chile" by Paul D. Stewart from Science Photo Library, showcases a Viscacha in its natural habitat against the breathtaking backdrop of the Chilean mountains. Originally captured in 1835 and beautifully hand-colored, this print is a testament to the rich history of natural history documentation. Bring this captivating piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of timeless elegance and intrigue to your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.3cm (10" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a remarkable piece of scientific history - the 1835 Viscacha from the mountains of Chile. Plate 42 from Volume 1 Trans Zool Soc London, this image represents the first-ever scientific description and naming of this species in the Transactions of the Zoological Society of London. Communicated to ZSL by E. T. Bennet on May 26,1835, it was engraved and painted by Zeitler with contemporary hand coloring as issued. In his account, Bennet reveals that this unique animal is described based on only one skin obtained by Mr. Gould during his expedition in Chile. Interestingly, Gould would later become renowned for identifying Darwin's Beagle bird specimens and recognizing their significance in evolutionary theory. The plate itself is a testament to artistic skill and precision, capturing every intricate detail of this fascinating creature. With its vibrant colors and meticulous engravings, it brings to life the beauty and complexity of nature. Notably, this illustration highlights an intriguing aspect known as adaptive morphological convergence on lagomorph rabbits – a phenomenon where unrelated species evolve similar traits due to shared environmental pressures. As we gaze upon this masterpiece from the 19th century, we are transported back in time to witness both scientific discovery and artistic excellence intertwine seamlessly. It serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, humans were captivated by nature's wonders and sought to understand them through observation and documentation.
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