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Egyptian slit-faced bat, Nycteris thebaica
Egyptian slit-faced bat, Nycteris thebaica, and greater mouse-tailed bat, Rhinopoma microphyllum.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Frederic Cuviers Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals, Paris, France, 1816. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Victor, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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Cuvier Dictionary Faced Frederic Gabriel Greater Pretre Slit Stipple Tailed
12"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating Egyptian Slit-faced Bat print from Media Storehouse, an exquisite addition to your natural history collection. This stunning image, sourced from the extensive archive of Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intriguing Nycteris thebaica in intricate detail. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving brings out the unique textures and subtle colors of this nocturnal masterpiece, as first depicted in Frederic Cuvier's Dictionary of Natural Science. Immerse yourself in the rich history of scientific illustration while adorning your walls with this one-of-a-kind piece. Available now at Media Storehouse, your trusted source for high-quality, rights-managed prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.7cm x 30.4cm (7.4" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, taken from Frederic Cuvier's "Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals," published in Paris, France, in 1816, showcases two intriguing bat species native to Egypt: the Egyptian slit-faced bat, Nycteris thebaica, and the greater mouse-tailed bat, Rhinopoma microphyllum. The illustration was created by the skilled painter of natural history, Jean Gabriel Pretre, and expertly engraved by Victor, under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin. Pretre, a native of France, began his career as a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later became an artist at the Museum of Natural History. The Egyptian slit-faced bat, depicted on the left, is characterized by its distinctive, elongated snout and narrow face slits. This bat is native to Africa, including Egypt, and is known to roost in trees and feed on fruit and insects. The greater mouse-tailed bat, illustrated on the right, is identified by its long, bushy tail and pointed ears. This bat species is also native to Africa and is known to roost in colonies and feed on nectar and insects. This beautiful engraving is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistry that characterized natural history illustrations of the early 19th century. The intricate stipple engraving technique used to create this image allowed for a high level of detail and texture, making it an invaluable resource for zoological research and study. Today, this image remains an important historical record of these fascinating bat species and a stunning example of the artistry and scientific inquiry of the time.
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