Naturalist illustration: Platypus - d'Orbigny
Naturalist illustration: Platypus - d'Orbigny
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This reproduction of an antique naturalist plate illustrates the platypus in its aquatic environment. The engraving highlights the unique morphological features of this monotreme mammal, with particular attention given to the rendering of its fur and immediate surroundings.
Taken from the Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle, this work was produced under the direction of Charles d'Orbigny between 1841 and 1849. It illustrates 19th-century naturalists' fascination with atypical species and their desire to document every branch of the animal kingdom.
This antique illustration constitutes an object of study and sober decoration. It allows one to appreciate the evolution of scientific knowledge while offering a classic, clean aesthetic characteristic of last century's reference works.
About this print
About this print
The layout and composition of this reproduction have been the subject of our greatest attention.
- Respect for the format of the original work: in order to faithfully transcribe the artist's intention, the work is not cropped/re-cut except in extreme cases (obvious imperfection, geometry problem, etc.) in which case the cropping will be as light as possible.
- The presence of white margins is sometimes necessary in order to present the work in a balanced manner.
- Each size offered has been specifically composed, therefore, the size of the white margins may vary from one print size to another. Remember to check this detail carefully!
- Print only, frame not included!
Features
Features
- Premium 200gsm matte white paper, durable and strong.
- Natural, smooth uncoated finish, silky to the touch
- FSC certified paper or equivalent certifications depending on regional availability.
- Each print is shipped in sturdy packaging, ensuring safe transport.
- Each print is printed and shipped on demand. No minimum order quantity is required.
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