Nile monitor crocodile, Varanus niloticus
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Nile monitor crocodile, Varanus niloticus
Nile monitor crocodile, Varanus niloticus.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by 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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Cloquet Crocodile Dictionnaire Gabriel Hippolyte Jussieu Massard Monitor Naturelles Nile Niloticus Pretre Reptile Sciences Stipple Varanus
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This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving depicts the Nile monitor, Varanus niloticus, a large and powerful reptile native to Africa. The image is taken from Jussieu's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles, published by F. G. Levrault between 1816 and 1830. The illustration was created by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre, who was a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later became an artist at the Museum of Natural History in Paris. The Nile monitor is shown in its natural habitat, basking on a rock near the water's edge. Its powerful, muscular body is covered in intricate scales, and its long, powerful tail is curled behind it. The monitor's sharp, hooked snout is open, revealing its rows of teeth, which are perfectly adapted for seizing and holding onto its prey. In the foreground of the image, a fish lies helpless in the monitor's jaws, a testament to its predatory prowess. The monitor is a versatile hunter, feeding on a wide range of prey, including fish, birds, rodents, and even other reptiles. The intricate details of this engraving are a testament to the skill of the engraver, Massard, who worked under the direction of Turpin. The use of stipple engraving, a technique that involves using a series of small dots to create shading and texture, adds depth and dimension to the image. This beautiful and historically significant print is a reminder of the natural wonders that inspired generations of naturalists and artists. The Nile monitor continues to fascinate and intrigue us today, and this image provides a unique glimpse into the natural history of this remarkable reptile.
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