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C1834
1. Macacus Silenus (The Ouanderow) 2. Pithecia Melanocephala (The Cacajao) 3&4. Teeth of the Cenocebus. Geoff. St. Hil.) 5. Nose of the Kahau or Proboscis Monkey. (Na-salis Larvntus. Geoff. St. Hil.
Artist:
Fine engraving from Baron Cuvier’s The Animal Kingdom.
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Full Title:
1. Macacus Silenus (The Ouanderow) 2. Pithecia Melanocephala (The Cacajao) 3&4. Teeth of the Cenocebus. Geoff. St. Hil.) 5. Nose of the Kahau or Proboscis Monkey. (Na-salis Larvntus. Geoff. St. Hil.
Date:
C1834
Artist:
Condition:
In good condition.
Technique:
Copper engraving with original hand colouring.
Image Size:
100mm
x 165mm
Paper Size:
130mm
x 217mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1834
Description:
Fine engraving from Baron Cuvier’s The Animal Kingdom.
Baron Cuvier (1769 - 1832)
Cuvier was a pioneer in the science of comparative anatomy, he originated a system of zoological classification that comprised four phyla based on differences in structure of the skeleton and organs. His reconstruction of the soft parts of fossils deduced from their skeletal remains greatly advanced the science of paleontology. The flying reptile pterodactyl was identified and named by Cuvier. He rejected the theory of evolution in favor of catastrophism. Cuvier held various high posts in the government and did much to develop higher education in France.
