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Hand-Colored Engraving Marine Tusk and Tube Shells for Niccolo Gualtieri

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Hand-Colored Engraving Marine Tusk and Tube Shells for Niccolo Gualtieri
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Exquisite hand-colored engraving after Antonio Pazzi, depicting a detailed study of marine specimens including shells, tube worms, and other sea forms identified with Latin annotations. Originating from Gualtieri's Index Testarum Conchyliorum, first published in Florence in 1742, the plate exemplifies the union of scientific accuracy and artistic finesse that characterized natural history works. The print is double-sided, showcasing the corresponding Latin text on the reverse, and is beautifully presented in a glass frame with wood molding. A refined and historically significant addition for collectors of antique natural history engravings. Includes pencil annotations.

Artist: After Antonio Pazzi (Italian 1706-1766) for Niccolo Gualtieri (Italian 1688-1744)
Issued: 19th century
Dimensions: 20.25"L x 26.25"H
Country of Origin: Italy


Condition: Age related wear.