Egyptian tomb bat and serotine bat

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Egyptian tomb bat and serotine bat

5855216 Egyptian tomb bat and serotine bat; (add.info.: Egyptian tomb bat, Taphozous perforatus, and serotine bat, Eptesicus serotinus. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Jussieu's "Dictionary of Natural Science," Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Stanghi, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780~1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century.); © Florilegius

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1837 Batelli Directed Figli Florentino Jean Francois Jussieu Pierre Pretre Published Stipple Turpin Tuscan Copperplate Serotinus

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This stunning handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving captures the beauty and intricacy of two fascinating bat species - the Egyptian tomb bat (Taphozous perforatus) and the serotine bat (Eptesicus serotinus). The detailed illustration, created by artist J. G. Pretre and engraved by Stanghi under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, is a true masterpiece of natural history art. The Egyptian tomb bat, also known as Taphozous perforatus, is a unique species found in Egypt and other parts of North Africa. Its distinctive features are beautifully depicted in this print, showcasing its slender wings and pointed ears. On the other hand, the serotine bat (Eptesicus serotinus) is a common European species known for its large size and impressive hunting abilities. This illustration captures the essence of this nocturnal creature with exquisite detail. Published in Florence, Italy in 1837 as part of Antoine Jussieu's "Dictionary of Natural Science," this artwork reflects the talent and skill of some of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century. It serves as a reminder of both the diversity and beauty found within our natural world.

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