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Water rail, Rallus aquaticus, and Eurasian coot, Fulica atra
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Water rail, Rallus aquaticus, and Eurasian coot, Fulica atra
Water rail, Rallus aquaticus, and Eurasian coot, Fulica atra.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris, France, 1816-1830. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, created between 1816 and 1830, showcases two intriguing waterbirds: the Water Rail, Rallus aquaticus, and the Eurasian Coot, Fulica atra. The illustration is taken from the "Dictionnaire de Sciences Naturelles: Ornithologie," or Natural Science: Ornithology, published in Paris, France, by F.G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre, a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo, was responsible for the original artwork. Pretre's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the lifelike depiction of the Water Rail and Eurasian Coot. The Water Rail, with its long, slender body and distinctive crest, is shown wading in the shallow water, while the Eurasian Coot, with its distinctive black and white plumage, stands nearby. The engraving was expertly executed by Massard, under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin. The stipple technique, a method of engraving that uses small dots to create shading and texture, adds depth and dimension to the illustration. This historical artwork is a testament to the naturalistic artistry and scientific accuracy of the time. It is a valuable resource for ornithologists and natural historians, providing a detailed record of these two waterbirds as they were known in the early 19th century. The intricate details of the feathers, beaks, and legs are rendered with remarkable precision, making this a truly captivating piece of natural history art.
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