Etienne Saint-Hilaire, French naturalist
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Etienne Saint-Hilaire, French naturalist
Etienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire (1772-1844), French naturalist. Saint-Hilaire was professor of zoology at the Museum of Natural History in Paris between 1793 and 1840. He established the principle of " unity of composition", believing that all animals shared a body plan, with homologous parts varying in shape and size. Engraving from Les Savants Modernes (1899)
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18th Century Biologist Engraving Founded Founder French Les Savants Modernes Malformation Portraits Scientist Teratology Zoologist Etienne Geoffroy Saint Hilaire Mono Chrome
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This print showcases the renowned French naturalist, Etienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire. A pioneer in his field, Saint-Hilaire served as a professor of zoology at the prestigious Museum of Natural History in Paris for nearly five decades. His groundbreaking work during the late 18th and early 19th centuries revolutionized our understanding of animal anatomy. In this engraving taken from Les Savants Modernes, a publication dating back to 1899, we see Saint-Hilaire depicted with great detail and precision. The artist skillfully captures his intellectual presence and deep passion for biology. As one of the founding figures in zoology, he introduced the concept of "unity of composition" which proposed that all animals share a common body plan with variations in shape and size among their homologous parts. Etienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire's contributions to science extend far beyond his time as an esteemed academic. He was instrumental in shaping our knowledge about fauna through meticulous research and observation. This portrait not only serves as a historical testament to his significant achievements but also reminds us of the enduring impact he had on the field of biology. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, we are transported back to an era where scientific exploration thrived under the guidance of brilliant minds like Etienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire - forever etching their names into history books as true pioneers in their respective fields.
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