1560 Gesner mole scientific translation
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1560 Gesner mole scientific translation
A mole, (Talpa europaea), woodcut with orignal hand colouring from Conrad Gesner " Icones Animalium" 1560. Before the advent of Linnaeus binomial latin taxonomic nomenclature such multiple language translations, preferably with an illustration, were required to keep scholars on the same page with regards the animal they were considering. Even so, confusion could arise (ref auroch and bison by Gesner)
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16th Century Animalium Bestiary Colour Conrad Early Folk Lore Gesner Gessner Historiae Icones Latin Linnaeus Mole Natural History Nomenclature Scientific Taxonomy Wood Cut Europaea Naming Talpa
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of scientific translation from the 16th century. The image features an intricately detailed woodcut of a mole, known scientifically as Talpa europaea, with its original hand coloring preserved. This particular artwork is extracted from Conrad Gesner's renowned publication "Icones Animalium" in 1560. During this era, before Linnaeus introduced the binomial Latin taxonomic nomenclature, scholars relied on multiple language translations to ensure they were discussing the same animal. Such illustrations played a crucial role in aiding their understanding and communication within the scientific community. However, even with these efforts, confusion occasionally arose among researchers regarding certain animals. An example can be found in Gesner's work where he encountered difficulties distinguishing between the auroch and bison species. This early scientific illustration not only highlights the fascinating history of natural history studies but also reflects upon the challenges faced by scholars at that time. It serves as a testament to Conrad Gesner's dedication to documenting and categorizing various creatures through his comprehensive bestiary "Historiae Animalium". Paul D. Stewart has skillfully captured this significant piece of artistry and knowledge preservation through his photography expertise for Science Photo Library.
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