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Ostrich, cassowary, extinct dodo and penguins
Ostrich, Struthio camelus, cassowary, Struthio casuarius, extinct dodo, Raphus cucullatus, and species of penguin. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1807. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (1747-1822) was a German publisher and man of arts most famous for his 12-volume encyclopedia for children illustrated with 1, 200 engraved plates on natural history, science, costume, mythology, etc. published from 1790-1830
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Bertuch Bilderbuch Camelus Cassowary Casuarius Cucullatus Dodo Encyclopedia Extinct Friedrich Johann Kinder Ostrich Penguin Publisher Raphus Species Struthio
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children) published in Weimar, Germany, in 1807, showcases an intriguing assembly of four distinct and fascinating creatures from the natural world: an Ostrich (Struthio camelus), a Cassowary (Struthio casuarius), an extinct Dodo (Raphus cucullatus), and a species of Penguin. Friedrich Johann Bertuch, a renowned German publisher and man of arts, was celebrated for his 12-volume encyclopedia for children, which included over 1,200 engraved plates on various subjects, including natural history. This particular engraving offers a glimpse into the diversity of the animal kingdom during the late 18th century. The Ostrich, the world's largest bird, is depicted with its distinctive long neck and legs, while the Cassowary, a large, flightless bird native to the tropical forests of New Guinea and northern Australia, is shown with its distinctive helmet-like casque and wattles. The extinct Dodo, a flightless bird endemic to the island of Mauritius, is illustrated with its round body, large beak, and lack of wings, which made it an easy target for predators and ultimately led to its extinction. Lastly, a species of Penguin, with its characteristic black and white plumage and streamlined body, is shown in this enchanting image, highlighting the captivating array of creatures that populated our planet during this period. This exquisite engraving not only serves as a testament to the richness of natural history but also as a reminder of the importance of preserving the wonders of the natural world for future generations.
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