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Sea slug, garden spider and European smelt. 1834-1839 (engraving)
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Sea slug, garden spider and European smelt. 1834-1839 (engraving)
7234289 Sea slug, garden spider and European smelt.1834-1839 (engraving) by Acarie-Baron, Jacques Reyne Isidore (1798-1874); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sea slug, Fiona pinnata (Eolidia longicauda) 1, garden spider, Araneus diadematus (Epeira diadema) 2-4, and European smelt, Osmerus eperlanus (Salmo eperlanus) 5. Eolide, Epeire, Eperlan. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pfitzer after an illustration by Acarie Baron from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39.); © Florilegius
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This engraving from 1834-1839 showcases the intricate beauty of nature with its depiction of a sea slug, garden spider, and European smelt. Created by Jacques Reyne Isidore Acarie-Baron, this handcoloured steel engraving is a true masterpiece. The image features the delicate Sea slug Fiona pinnata (Eolidia longicauda) in all its glory. Its vibrant colors and unique shape make it a fascinating subject for study. Next to it, we see the elegant Garden spider Araneus diadematus (Epeira diadema), depicted in various poses that highlight its gracefulness. The attention to detail in capturing the spider's intricate web is truly remarkable. Completing this composition is the European smelt Osmerus eperlanus (Salmo eperlanus). This small fish adds an element of movement and life to the scene, swimming gracefully through the water. Acarie-Baron's illustration was part of Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), which aimed to showcase the wonders of nature through art. The artist's skillful technique combined with Pfitzer's masterful engraving brings these creatures to life on paper. This enchanting print serves as a testament to both scientific exploration and artistic expression during the 19th century. It reminds us of our fascination with wildlife and our desire to understand and appreciate the natural world around us.
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