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Chambered nautilus and pearl shells
Chambered nautilus, Nautilus pompilius 1, and pearl oysters and mussels 2, 3, 4. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1792. Chambered nautilus, Nautilus pompilius 1, and pearl oysters and mussels 2, 3, 4. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1792
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving is taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder, or Picture Book for Children, published in Weimar in 1792. The illustration showcases a chambered nautilus, scientifically known as Nautilus pompilius (1), swimming gracefully in the depths of the ocean. The nautilus, a type of large, ancient mollusk, is characterized by its chambered shell, which it uses to regulate its buoyancy as it descends and ascends in the water. Surrounding the nautilus are various pearl-bearing mollusks: a pearl oyster (2), and three mussels (3, 4). Pearls are formed when a foreign particle, such as a grain of sand, is introduced into the mollusk's shell and is covered with layers of nacre, creating a beautiful and valuable gem. The intricate details of the engraving, from the delicate patterns on the shells to the lifelike depiction of the marine creatures, demonstrate the advanced techniques of copperplate engraving during the late 18th century. This illustration not only serves as a stunning work of art but also contributes to the growing field of natural history and encyclopedic knowledge during the Age of Enlightenment. Bilderbuch fur Kinder was an educational tool designed to teach children about various subjects, including natural history, through engaging and visually appealing illustrations. This particular engraving, with its vibrant colours and intricate details, would have captivated the imaginations of young learners, fostering a sense of wonder and curiosity about the natural world around them.
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