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Lesser spot-nosed guenon, Cercopithecus petaurista
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Lesser spot-nosed guenon, Cercopithecus petaurista
Lesser spot-nosed guenon, Cercopithecus petaurista. Simia petaurista. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Tyroff after an illustration by Joannis Jacobus Bylaert from Johann Christian Daniel Schrebers Animal Illustrations after Nature, or Schrebers Fantastic Animals, Erlangen, Germany, 1775
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1. Title: "The Enchanting Lesser Spot-nosed Guenon: A 18th Century Zoological Marvel" This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the captivating Lesser Spot-nosed Guenon (Cercopithecus petaurista), a primate species native to Central and Western Africa. The illustration, produced in the 18th century by the skilled hands of Tyroff, after an original work by Joannis Jacobus Bylaert, offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the natural world of the past. The Lesser Spot-nosed Guenon, also known as the Angolan Guenon or the Petit Guenon, is a small monkey with distinct facial features, including a white spot on each side of its nose. This charming detail is beautifully rendered in the engraving, adding to the allure of this primate species. The intricate details in the fur texture, the lifelike eyes, and the delicate shading all contribute to the vividness and realism of the image. The engraving is part of Johann Christian Daniel Schreber's "Animal Illustrations after Nature," a significant zoological work published in Erlangen, Germany, during the 1770s. Schreber's collection aimed to document various animal species, providing accurate and detailed representations for scientific study and appreciation. This particular engraving of the Lesser Spot-nosed Guenon is a testament to the meticulous work and dedication of the artists and scientists involved. Today, the Lesser Spot-nosed Guenon remains an essential part of the African primate community, and this 18th-century engraving serves as a reminder of the rich history of zoological illustration and the fascination it holds for generations of naturalists and animal lovers.
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