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Domesticated orang utan (female) wearing a
Domesticated orang utan (female) wearing a striped bandana and carrying a bowl, Pongo pygmaeus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Ebenezer Siblys Universal System of Natural History, 1794. The prolific Sibly published his Universal System of Natural History in 1794-1796 in five volumes covering the three natural worlds of fauna, flora and geology
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Bandana Domesticated Ebenezer Ihle Johann Orang Pongo Pygmaeus Sibly Striped System Universal Utan
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This handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from Ebenezer Sibly's Universal System of Natural History published in 1794-1796, showcases a domesticated orangutan female named Pongo pygmaeus, adorned with a striped bandana around her head. Orangutans, native to Southeast Asia, are the world's largest tree-climbing primates, known for their distinctive reddish-brown fur and long, powerful arms. In this image, the orangutan is depicted carrying a bowl, suggesting her domestication and potential training for human companionship. The intricate details of her fur texture and the delicate shading of the bandana add to the lifelike quality of the illustration. The engraving was produced by the skilled hand of Johann Ihle, who, along with Sibly, contributed significantly to the scientific documentation of natural history during the late 18th century. This historical illustration offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing the early human interaction with orangutans and the fascination that these fascinating creatures held for naturalists and the public alike. The Universal System of Natural History, with its comprehensive coverage of fauna, flora, and geology, was a groundbreaking work that paved the way for further exploration and understanding of the natural world.
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