Fine Art Print : Two-toed amphiuma and wooper looper or axolotl
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Two-toed amphiuma and wooper looper or axolotl
Two-toed amphiuma and wooper looper or axolotl, Ambystoma mexicanum (critically endangered).. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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Cloquet Critically Dictionnaire Endangered Gabriel Hippolyte Jussieu Massard Means Naturelles Pretre Reptile Sciences Stipple Toed Ambystoma Axolotl Looper Mexicanum
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating underwater world with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this rare and enchanting duo - the Two-toed Amphiuma and the Wooper Looper, also known as the Axolotl. These exquisite prints, sourced from the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, showcase the intricate details of these critically endangered creatures in a stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles (1816-1830). Bring the mystery and wonder of the deep into your home or office with this beautiful and thought-provoking addition to your decor.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.4cm x 59.4cm (13.9" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, titled "Two-toed Amphiuma and Wooper Looper or Axolotl," is a rare and captivating illustration from Jussieu's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles, published between 1816 and 1830. The illustration was created by the skilled painter of natural history, Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845), who later became the artist to the Museum of Natural History. The engraving features two fascinating aquatic creatures: the Two-toed Amphiuma and the Wooper Looper, also known as the Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum). The Two-toed Amphiuma, with its distinctive two toes on each limb, is a type of salamander native to the southeastern United States. The Wooper Looper, on the other hand, is a unique type of salamander that retains its larval features throughout its entire life, making it a neotenic species. This remarkable adaptation allows it to remain in its aquatic environment and never fully develop lungs, making it an amphibian that spends its entire life in water. The Two-toed Amphiuma and Wooper Looper are depicted in intricate detail, with each scale, fin, and gill illustrated with meticulous precision. The engraving is a testament to the artists' and engravers' dedication to accurately representing the natural world. The Wooper Looper, or Axolotl, is a critically endangered species native to Mexico. The population has drastically declined due to habitat loss, pollution, and overexploitation for the pet trade. The Two-toed Amphiuma, while not currently considered endangered, is still a species of conservation concern due to habitat loss and fragmentation. This beautiful and historic illustration serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving these unique and fascinating creatures and their habitats.
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