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Monstrum capite annino pedibus manibusq ungue auium refertis : Woodcut, Monstrum capite afinio, pedibus, manisbusq. ungue auium refertis, monster with the head of a dog, hands on feet of a bird and a human body
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Monstrum capite annino pedibus manibusq ungue auium refertis : Woodcut, Monstrum capite afinio, pedibus, manisbusq. ungue auium refertis, monster with the head of a dog, hands on feet of a bird and a human body
UIG5327110 Monstrum capite annino pedibus manibusq ungue auium refertis : Woodcut, Monstrum capite afinio, pedibus, manisbusq. ungue auium refertis, monster with the head of a dog, hands on feet of a bird and a human body. From the 1642 book Monstrorum Historia by Ulisse Aldrovandi (Bologna, 1522-1605). He is considered the founder of modern Natural History., Ulisse Aldrovandi, 1642 ©Buyenlarge/UIG/Leemage; Buyenlarge Archive/UIG
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This woodcut print from the 17th century showcases a truly bizarre and fantastical creature known as Monstrum capite annino pedibus manibusq ungue auium refertis. With the head of a dog, hands on feet of a bird, and a human body, this monstrous being is both intriguing and unsettling.
Created by Ulisse Aldrovandi for his book Monstrorum Historia in 1642, this image represents the intersection of art and science during the early modern period. Aldrovandi, considered the founder of modern Natural History, was an Italian anatomist who sought to document and understand the strange creatures that were believed to inhabit the world.
The intricate details in this engraving showcase Aldrovandi's skill as an artist and his fascination with mythical beasts. The vibrant colors bring this creature to life on the page, inviting viewers to ponder its origins and significance.
As we gaze upon this mysterious monster, we are reminded of humanity's enduring curiosity about the natural world and our endless capacity for imagination. This woodcut print serves as a window into a time when science fiction mingled with reality, blurring the lines between myth and truth.
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