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Detailed Marine Life Illustrations

A series of historical scientific illustrations of marine organisms, featuring crustaceans, cephalopods, and insects, showcasing intricate anatomical details and studies.

Die, wanzenartigen, Insecten, Nürnberg, In, der, C.H. Zeh'schen, Buchhandlung, 1831-1853, Hemiptera, An illustration depicting various species of insects, identified as figures 963 and 964. The top section features detailed drawings of two distinct insect forms, showcasing their unique characteristics such as body shape and antennae structure. Below, additional diagrams are provided, labeled A through C, highlighting different anatomical features and stages of development of the genus Myodocha, alongside the genus Alydus. These drawings serve as scientific references for entomological studies, emphasizing the intricate details that define each species.
Die, wanzenartigen, Insecten, Nürnberg, In, der, C.H. Zeh'schen, Buchhandlung, 1831-1853, Hemiptera, An illustration depicting various species of insects, identified as figures 963 and 964. The top section features detailed drawings of two distinct insect forms, showcasing their unique characteristics such as body shape and antennae structure. Below, additional diagrams are provided, labeled A through C, highlighting different anatomical features and stages of development of the genus Myodocha, alongside the genus Alydus. These drawings serve as scientific references for entomological studies, emphasizing the intricate details that define each species.
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Midas beetle, Heliocopris midas. Illustration signed S (George Shaw).. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany" 1793.. Frederick Polydore Nodder (1751~1801) was a gifted natural history artist and engraver. Nodder honed his draftsmanship working on Captain Cook and Joseph Banks' Florilegium and engraving Sydney Parkinson's sketches of Australian plants. He was made "botanic painter to her majesty" Queen Charlotte in 1785. Nodder also drew the botanical studies in Thomas Martyn's Flora Rustica (1792) and 38 Plates (1799). Most of the 1,064 illustrations of animals, birds, insects, crustaceans, fishes, marine life and microscopic creatures for the Naturalist's Miscellany were drawn, engraved and published by Frederick Nodder's family. Frederick himself drew and engraved many of the copperplates until his death. His wife Elizabeth is credited as publisher on the volumes after 1801. Their son Richard Polydore (1774~1823) was r
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Mushroom worms. Draughtsman: Jan Brandes. Dating: 1770 - 26-Oct-1787. Place: Doetinchem. Measurements: h 195 mm × w 155 mm. Museum: Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.
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Hardwood Defoliators - All States. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History
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A garden spider, shown in the centre of its web. Chromolithograph, 1870.
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Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London, London, Academic Press, periodicals, zoology, A detailed study of a turtle species showcasing its dorsal view, highlighting the distinct patterns and textures on its shell. The illustration captures the smooth, curved edges and individual scutes that compose the turtle's carapace, providing insight into its anatomy. Below the main depiction, there is a supplementary view of the turtle's shell structure, emphasizing its unique shape and features. The artistic representation reflects a focus on scientific detail, serving as a valuable reference for the study of this reptile.
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Cartoon on Darwinism. From 'Punch', London, 10 December 1887
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Astrology: signs of the zodiac, Scorpio. Coloured engraving.
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Herrn de la Cepede's Naturgeschichte der Amphibien, oder der enerlegenden vierfussigen Thiere und der Schlangen, Weimar, Verlage des Industrie = Comptoir's, 1800-1802, amphibians, reptiles, This illustration features three different species of eel, labeled as 'Fig. 1,' 'Fig. 2,' and 'Fig. 3.' Each figure showcases distinct characteristics, highlighting their elongated bodies and unique textures. The labels below indicate their names: 'Die Schlich-Eidechse,' 'Die Alt-Eidechse,' and 'Die Gilt-Eidechse,' suggesting they may refer to specific types of eels or related aquatic creatures. The meticulous detail in the drawing emphasizes the scientific study of these species, reflecting an era of exploration and classification in natural history.
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Thirteen types of crab and two other marine crustaceans. Engraving by I. Taylor.
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Serpula contortuplicata
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Biologia Centrali-Americana, London, Published for the editors by R. H. Porter, 1879-1915, archaeology, botany, Central America, zoology, scientific expeditions, description and travel, This illustration showcases various species of lizards, highlighting their distinct anatomical features. The top section presents detailed sketches of the lizard's head from different perspectives, emphasizing the shape and size of their snouts. Below, full-body representations of two lizard species are depicted, showcasing their elongated bodies, patterned textures, and physical characteristics. The scientific labels identify the specific species, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of their morphology and classification within the reptile family.
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Engraving depicting the stages in development of the frog. Dated 19th century
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Biologia Centrali-Americana, London, Published for the editors by R. H. Porter, 1879-1915. Archaeology, Botany, Central America, Zoology, Scientific Expeditions, Description and Travel, The illustration displays a detailed study of various snake species, showcasing their anatomical features and characteristics. In the center, elongated representations of snakes are featured, highlighting their distinct patterns and forms. Surrounding these central figures are close-up depictions of snake heads and scales, emphasizing the diversity in morphology. This artwork serves as a valuable resource for understanding the taxonomy and identification of these reptiles, capturing the intricate details that differentiate each species. The overall composition combines scientific precision with an artistic aesthetic, reflecting a deep appreciation for the natural world.
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Indian grasshoppers. Draughtsman: Jan Brandes. Dating: 14-May-1784. Place: Jakarta. Measurements: h 195 mm × w 155 mm. Museum: Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.
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Biologia Centrali-Americana, London, 1879-1915. Archaeology, Botany, Central America, Zoology, Scientific Expeditions, Description and Travel, The illustration features four distinct species of salamanders, showcasing their unique patterns and anatomical structures. Each specimen is labeled from A to D, highlighting variations in coloration and markings. The topmost specimen, labeled A, exhibits a slender body with bold spots, while the second one, B, displays a series of striking stripes along its length. The third, labeled C, features a more intricate pattern of spots and bands, while the final specimen, D, is characterized by its more robust shape and contrasting markings. Descriptive text at the bottom indicates the species' scientific classification, emphasizing their importance in the study of amphibian diversity.
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Fowl, Lateral View, Deeply Dissected.
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Biologia Centrali-Americana, London, 1879-1915. Archaeology, Botany, Central America, Zoology, Scientific expeditions, Description and travel, The illustration showcases two distinct species of snakes, labeled A and B. The first species, represented as A, is Tachymenis decipiens, depicted in a side view that highlights its elongated body and distinct patterns. The second species, labeled B, is Leptodira splendida, shown coiled in a dynamic pose. Both snakes are accompanied by detailed anatomical features, illustrating their unique scales, heads, and body structures. The background features subtle shading, enhancing the visual clarity of the reptiles and providing a scientific depiction typical of herpetological studies.
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Serpents, 1675. Artist: Athanasius Kircher
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Fossil skeletons of extinct great Irish deer Cervus megaceros and woolly mammoth Elephas primigenius, and freshwater Diluvial snails Succinea oblonga, Helix hispida and Pupa muscorum. Chromolithograph from Dr. Fr. Rolle's "Geology and Paleontology" section in Gotthilf Heinrich von Schubert's "Naturgeschichte," Schreiber, Munich, 1886.
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Illustration shows frogs. Batrachia. - Frˆsche, 1 print : color photomechanical ; sheet 36 x 26 cm., 1904. Ernst Haeckel 1834 ñ 1919 German biologist, naturalist, philosopher, physician, professor, and artist who discovered, described and named thousands of new species, mapped a genealogical tree relating all life forms, and coined many terms in biology, including anthropogeny, ecology, phylum, phylogeny, stem cell, and Protista.
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Historic illusration, Jellyfish (Peromedusae), tablet 38, Ernst Haeckel, Kunstformen der Natur, "Artforms of Nature"
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Zoology - Crustaceans, illustration
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Skin diseases.3 St different fly larvae.
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A tick (Ornithodurus moubata). Coloured drawing by A.J.E. Terzi.
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Electric Gymnotus.. Shaw, George (1751-1813). Prints, Scientific illustrations. 1809. General Research Division. Animals, Zoology
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Various insects surrounding a cartouche with the title. First print in a series of prints featuring insects, Insects (series title) Diversae Insectarum Volatilium (series title on object), print maker: Jacob Hoefnagel, (mentioned on object), Joris Hoefnagel, (possibly), publisher: Claes Jansz. Visscher (II), (mentioned on object), Low Countries, 1630, paper, engraving, h 133 mm × w 195 mm
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Engraving depicting a Grasshopper, an insect of the suborder Caelifera within the order Orthoptera. Dated 20th century
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Zoology: Fossils - Art work
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Title Page from Diversae Insectorum Made 1644-1652 Bohemia. A prolific and multitalented artist, Wenceslaus Hollar produced almost 3,000 etchings over the course of some 50 years, with subjects ranging from fashion and portraiture to architecture and landscape. This etching is the title page to a set of six scientific renderings of insects and other small creatures. Remarkable for their virtuosity and detail, the technical presentation of these works is most likely attributed to the invention of the microscope at the end of the 16th century.. Etching on ivory laid paper . Wenceslaus Hollar
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Mammifères: 1. Péramèle de dorey. Mâle. (Nouvelle-Guinée); 2. Son crâne; 3. L'estomac; 4. Poils grossis.. Dumont d'Urville, Jules-Sébastien-César, 1790-1842. Prints. 1830 - 1835. General Research Division
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The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine or Compleat Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature, London, A beautifully illustrated shell is displayed, showcasing a vibrant design with alternating patterns of vivid pink and yellow stripes. The shell's shape is elongated and fan-like, tapering towards one end. It features intricately detailed lines that accentuate its natural contours, reflecting its smooth surface and intricate textures. This representation emphasizes the elegance of marine life and highlights the artistry in natural forms.