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Scheuchzer portrait 17th / 18thC naturalist
Johann Jakob Scheuchzer (born August 2nd 1672 - died June 23rd 1733). Swiss traveller naturalist and geologist. Contemporary Folio size Portrait copper engraving at 59 years old (1731) from Physica Sacra. His best known scientific works are his paleontological Lithographia Helvetica (1726) and his Physica Sacra, a massively scientifically illustrated Biblical History. In both books he states fossils as evidences of the Biblical flood. Notoriously he illustrated Homo Diluvii testis as a human victim of the flood. It was only identified correctly as a giant fossil salamander by Cuvier in 1811. See other items in this collection (search scheuchzer )
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This print showcases the 17th/18th-century naturalist Johann Jakob Scheuchzer, a Swiss traveler, geologist, and renowned figure in the scientific community. The folio-sized copper engraving captures him at the age of 59 in 1731, taken from his notable work Physica Sacra. Scheuchzer's contributions to science are widely recognized through his groundbreaking paleontological masterpiece Lithographia Helvetica (1726) and Physica Sacra, an extensively illustrated Biblical History. In both works, he boldly proclaimed fossils as evidence of the Biblical flood. Notably, he depicted Homo Diluvii testis as a human victim of this catastrophic event; however, it was later correctly identified by Cuvier in 1811 as a colossal fossil salamander. The monochrome black and white artwork not only reflects Scheuchzer's artistic talent but also symbolizes his dedication to unraveling the mysteries of nature through meticulous observation and documentation. His significant role as a botanist and paleontologist further solidifies his place in history. This print offers viewers a glimpse into Scheuchzer's world—a realm where science intertwines with biblical narratives—and invites contemplation on how our understanding of Earth's history has evolved over time. It serves as a reminder that even great minds can make misidentifications but ultimately contribute to expanding our knowledge base. Paul D. Stewart expertly captures this historical moment from Science Photo Library—an invaluable addition for anyone interested in the intersection between religion and science during the Enlightenment era.
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