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Dorcas gazelle - gazelle dorcas ou dorcade - Gazella dorcas (vulnerable), running from a cheetah - guepard - Acinonyx jubatus (vulnerable). Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmann's Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1857
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Dorcas gazelle - gazelle dorcas ou dorcade - Gazella dorcas (vulnerable), running from a cheetah - guepard - Acinonyx jubatus (vulnerable). Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmann's Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1857
FLO4646496 Dorcas gazelle - gazelle dorcas ou dorcade - Gazella dorcas (vulnerable), running from a cheetah - guepard - Acinonyx jubatus (vulnerable). Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmann's Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1857.; (add.info.: Dorcas gazelle - gazelle dorcas ou dorcade - Gazella dorcas (vulnerable), running from a cheetah - guepard - Acinonyx jubatus (vulnerable). Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmann's Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1857.); © Florilegius
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Afrique Fauve Predateur Predator Tawny
EDITORS COMMENTS
This handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmann's Book of the World, dating back to 1857, captures a thrilling moment in the African savannah. In this print, we see a vulnerable Dorcas gazelle - also known as Gazella dorcas or dorcade - running for its life from a cheetah, the swift and agile predator Acinonyx jubatus.
The tension in this scene is palpable as the graceful gazelle darts across the open plains with the cheetah hot on its heels. The tawny hues of both animals blend seamlessly with their natural surroundings, highlighting their evolutionary adaptations for survival in this harsh environment.
As we gaze upon this artwork, we are reminded of the delicate balance of nature and the constant struggle for existence that plays out every day in the wild. The intricate details captured by Hoffmann's skilled hand bring these majestic creatures to life before our eyes, allowing us to appreciate their beauty and resilience.
This print serves as a timeless reminder of the raw power and unyielding force of nature, where life and death dance together in an eternal cycle. It is a testament to both the fragility and strength of these remarkable animals that have evolved over millennia to navigate this unforgiving landscape.
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