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Plate 3 from Histoire naturelle? (1789)
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Plate 3 from Histoire naturelle? (1789)
Plate 3, Histoire Naturelle ou Mineralogie Complete from Histoire naturelle: ou, Exposition des morceaux, les mieux choisis pour servir (1789) by by Swebach Desfontaines
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1769 1789 18th Century Aquamarine Beryl Cabinet Corundum Corundum Group Crystal Cyclosilicate Detailed Emerald Francois Louis Swebach Desfontaines Gemstone Geological Geology Hematite Group Mineral Mineralogie Mineralogy Nesosilicate Observation Olivine Orthosilicate Oxide Histoire Naturelle
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Plate 3" from Histoire naturelle ou Mineralogie Complete, published in 1789 by François Louis Swebach Desfontaines, offers a captivating glimpse into the world of mineralogy during the late 18th century. This exquisite illustration, featuring a meticulously arranged display of minerals, showcases a selection of the most prized and intriguing specimens known at the time. The historical context of this illustration is significant, as it was produced during the Age of Enlightenment, a period marked by a renewed interest in the natural world and a desire to categorize and understand the wonders of nature. Desfontaines, a renowned mineralogist and botanist, compiled this comprehensive catalogue of minerals as part of the larger Histoire naturelle, or Natural History, project, which aimed to document all known species of plants, animals, and minerals. The illustration itself is a testament to the painstaking observation and recording of natural phenomena that characterized the scientific endeavors of the time. The minerals are presented in a cabinet-like arrangement, with each specimen labeled and categorized according to its mineral group and specific properties. Some of the minerals depicted include emerald and aquamarine from the beryl group, corundum and hematite from the corundum and hematite groups, respectively, as well as various oxides, nesosilicates, orthosilicates, and cyclosilicates. The detailed rendering of each mineral, with its unique crystalline structure and vibrant colors, invites close examination and appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the natural world. This illustration not only serves as a record of the mineralogical knowledge of the time but also as a visual feast for the eyes, inspiring awe and wonder at the wonders of the earth.
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