Antique Framed Print : Sloth bear, Ursus ursinus (vulnerable)
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Sloth bear, Ursus ursinus (vulnerable)
Sloth bear, Ursus ursinus (vulnerable) and hog badger, Arctonyx collaris (near threatened).. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Frederic Cuviers Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals, Paris, France, 1816. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Plee, 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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Media ID 14214837
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Badger Bear Collaris Cuvier Dictionary Frederic Gabriel Pretre Sloth Stipple Threatened Ursinus Ursus Vulnerable
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 37.1cm (8.3" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, created in 1816, showcases two intriguing mammal species from the natural world: the Sloth Bear (Ursus ursinus) and the Hog Badger (Arctonyx collaris). The image, taken from Frederic Cuvier's Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals, was illustrated by Jean Gabriel Pretre and engraved by Plee, under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, with publication by F.G. Levrault. The Sloth Bear, a vulnerable species, is depicted on the left side of the print. Known for its long, curved claws and shaggy coat, this bear is native to the forests of South Asia. Its slow movements and adaptations to feeding on tree-dwelling insects and fruits earned it the name 'sloth bear.' On the right side of the print lies the Hog Badger, a near-threatened species. This powerful, omnivorous animal is characterized by its strong snout, short legs, and distinctive stripes. Native to Southeast Asia, the Hog Badger is an agile and elusive creature, often found in dense forests and grasslands. The intricate details of these animals, captured in this historical print, serve as a testament to the artistry and scientific curiosity of the time. The use of handcoloring adds a vibrant and lifelike quality to the engraving, making it a captivating piece of natural history.
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