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African crested porcupine, Atherurus africanus
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Hand-colored copperplate engraving from a drawing by Johann Ihle from Ebenezer Sibly's "Universal System of Natural History" 1794.
The prolific Sibly published his Universal System of Natural History in 1794~1796 in five volumes covering the three natural worlds of fauna, flora and geology. The series included illustrations of mythical beasts such as the sukotyro and the mermaid, and depicted sloths sitting on the ground (instead of hanging from trees) and a domesticated female orang utan wearing a bandana. The engravings were by J. Pass, J. Chapman and Barlow copied from original drawings by famous natural history artists George Edwards, Albertus Seba, Maria Sybilla Merian, and Johann Ihle); © Florilegius
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1794 Albertus Barlow Beast Chapman Copperplate Crested Ebenezer Edwards Fauna Geology George Hand Colored Ihle Johann Maria Merian Mermaid Mythical Pass Porcupine Quill Seba Sibly Spiny Sukotyro Sybilla System Universal
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving captures the beauty and intricacy of the African crested porcupine, Atherurus africanus. The detailed illustration, originally drawn by Johann Ihle for Ebenezer Sibly's "Universal System of Natural History" in 1794, showcases the unique features of this spiny mammal with striking realism.
Sibly's ambitious project aimed to encompass all aspects of the natural world, from fauna to flora and geology. In this particular volume, mythical beasts like the sukotyro and mermaid were depicted alongside more familiar creatures like the porcupine. The engravings by artists such as J. Pass, J. Chapman, and Barlow were based on original drawings by renowned natural history illustrators like George Edwards and Maria Sybilla Merian.
The African crested porcupine is portrayed here in all its glory, with its distinctive quills standing out against a backdrop of lush foliage. This print serves as a reminder of both the diversity and wonder of the animal kingdom, inviting viewers to marvel at nature's endless creations.
Whether displayed in a gallery or adorning your own walls at home, this exquisite print is sure to captivate all who behold it with its timeless beauty and attention to detail.
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