Fine Art Print : Bornean orangutan, 19th century C013 / 6436
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Bornean orangutan, 19th century C013 / 6436
Bornean orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus). This artwork is Plate 10 from a volume of Le Regne Animal (1817, The Animal Kingdom) by French naturalist and zoologist Georges Cuvier (1769-1832). Volumes 1-4 of this work covered mammals
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1817 Agile Arboreal Behaviour Bornean Drawing Endangered Face French Gripping Hanging Hominid Hominoid Indonesian Lithograph Mammal Mammalia Natural History Orangutan Pongo Pygmaeus Primate Simian Study Trunk Vine Watercolor Watercolour Bornean Orangutan Georges Cuvier Orang Outang Plate 10
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of natural discovery with our exquisite Fine Art Print of a Bornean Orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus) from the prestigious collections of the Natural History Museum, London. This stunning 19th-century artwork, Plate 10 from Le Regne Animal (1817) by Georges Cuvier, captures the intricate details and beauty of this endangered primate. Bring the wonder of the natural world into your home or office with this beautiful and authentic piece of scientific history.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.7cm x 59.4cm (14.4" 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 print showcases a stunning artwork of a Bornean orangutan from the 19th century. The piece, titled "Bornean Orangutan, 19th Century C013 / 6436" is Plate 10 from the renowned volume "Le Regne Animal" by French naturalist and zoologist Georges Cuvier. This particular volume covered mammals, making it an invaluable contribution to the field of zoology. The lithograph drawing depicts the face of this endangered primate with remarkable detail and precision. The orangutan's agile body is shown gripping onto a vine as it gracefully moves through its arboreal habitat in Indonesia. Every line and stroke in this watercolor artwork captures the essence of this magnificent creature's behavior and biology. Created in 1817, this historical masterpiece serves as a testament to both artistic skill and scientific observation during that era. It offers us a glimpse into the world of natural history as seen through Cuvier's eyes. Displayed proudly by the Natural History Museum in London, this print not only celebrates wildlife but also pays homage to Georges Cuvier's significant contributions to our understanding of animals. It reminds us of our responsibility to protect these incredible creatures for future generations.
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