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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
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection: a captivating image of the Egyptian slit-faced bat, Nycteris thebaica. This exquisite poster, sourced from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Frederic Cuvier's Dictionary of Natural Science. The intricate details of this rare and fascinating creature's features are brought to life through the rich colors and meticulous craftsmanship of this timeless print. Ideal for natural history enthusiasts, educators, or anyone seeking to adorn their walls with a unique and beautiful work of art. Order now and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
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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