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Wart snake or little filesnake, Acrochordus granulatus
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Wart snake or little filesnake, Acrochordus granulatus
Wart snake or little filesnake, Acrochordus granulatus. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by L. Giarre, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century
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1837 Antoine Buckthorn Delle Dictionary Dizionario Edible Florence Francois Granulatus Jussieu Laurent Mediterranean Naturali Pierre Rhamnus Scienze Snake Stipple Turpin Vegetable Wart
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving depicts the Wart Snake, or Little Filesnake, Acrochordus granulatus. The image is taken from the "Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali," or Dictionary of Natural Sciences, published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The illustration was drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre, with engraving by L. Giarre, under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin. Turpin (1775-1840) was a renowned French botanical illustrator of the 19th century, known for his meticulous attention to detail and exceptional artistic skill. This illustration showcases the intricate patterns and textures of the Wart Snake's skin, which is covered in small, raised warts. The snake is shown coiled around a branch of the Mediterranean Buckthorn, Rhamnus alaternus, also known as the Alaterne or Nerprun. The buckthorn is a small, thorny shrub commonly found in the Mediterranean region, and its edible fruit was used for food and medicinal purposes in ancient times. The Wart Snake is a non-venomous, semi-aquatic species native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It is an important component of the aquatic ecosystem, feeding primarily on amphibians and fish. The snake's unique appearance and intriguing relationship with the buckthorn make this illustration a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of both the snake and the plant. This image is a testament to the beauty and intricacy of the natural world, as captured by one of the greatest botanical illustrators of the 19th century. The hand-coloring adds an additional layer of detail and depth, making this a truly captivating work of art and science.
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