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Llama, Lama glama, and dromedary camel, Camelus dromedarius
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Llama, Lama glama, and dromedary camel, Camelus dromedarius
Llama, Lama glama, and dromedary camel, Camelus dromedarius.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Frederic Cuviers Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals, Paris, France, 1816. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Carnonkel, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois 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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This exquisite handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, created in 1816, showcases three distinct species of camelids: the Llama (Lama glama), the Lama (as it was known in the early 19th century), and the Dromedary Camel (Camelus dromedarius). The image is taken from Frederic Cuvier's Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals, published in Paris, France. The illustration was produced by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre, a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later becoming the artist to the Museum of Natural History. The engraving, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin and published by F.G. Levrault, captures the unique features of each animal. The Llama, with its long neck and elongated ears, is depicted standing proudly. The Lama, a term used for several species of South American camelids, is shown with a more rounded body and shorter ears. The Dromedary Camel, with its distinctive single hump, is portrayed in a graceful pose. The intricate details of the fur textures, the lifelike expressions, and the accurate representation of their physical attributes make this engraving a remarkable piece of zoological history. The use of the stipple engraving technique, which involves the application of tiny dots to create shading and depth, adds to the artwork's charm and realism. This image not only showcases the beauty and diversity of these animals but also serves as a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the early 19th century.
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