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Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe's illustration of the dodo, from his Voyage, 1646. Wood engraving from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melville's The Dodo and its Kindred, London, Reeve, Benham and Reeve, 1848
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Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe's illustration of the dodo, from his Voyage, 1646. Wood engraving from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melville's The Dodo and its Kindred, London, Reeve, Benham and Reeve, 1848
FLO4612144 Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe's illustration of the dodo, from his Voyage, 1646. Wood engraving from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melville's The Dodo and its Kindred, London, Reeve, Benham and Reeve, 1848.; (add.info.: Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe's illustration of the dodo, from his Voyage, 1646. Wood engraving from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melville's The Dodo and its Kindred, London, Reeve, Benham and Reeve, 1848.); © Florilegius
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This stunning wood engraving captures the iconic illustration of the dodo by Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe from his Voyage in 1646. The detailed depiction of this extinct bird, known for its unique appearance and tragic demise, is a testament to the rich history of natural exploration and discovery.
Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melville's publication, The Dodo and its Kindred, brought attention to this fascinating creature in 1848. Through their work, they shed light on the dodo's significance in both scientific study and popular culture.
The hand-colored lithograph showcases the intricate details of the dodo's features, from its plump body to its distinctive beak. This image serves as a reminder of our responsibility to protect endangered species and preserve biodiversity.
As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we are transported back in time to an era when explorers like Bontekoe ventured into unknown territories in search of new discoveries. The dodo may no longer roam the earth, but its legacy lives on through illustrations like this one that continue to captivate audiences around the world.
Let us cherish and learn from these relics of our past as we strive to create a more sustainable future for all living beings on our planet.
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