Antique Prints, Maps, & Books of Natural History, Botanicals, & More
Lot 6418:
Description
This fascinating engraving is from Johann Heinrich Seyfried’s
Medulla Mirabilium naturae or
Exquisite… Wonders, of the creation of nature, celestial firmaments, stars, planets, and comets… As well as, many animals, trees, fruits, and plants, in Europe, Asia, Africa, and America. This is from the second edition of the work which was published in Nuremberg by J. Hofmann in 1694.
"Extremely versatile and interesting work. In addition to a large map of the world, the coppers bring strange animals, plants, minerals" (Ackermann I, 258) The work illustrated numerous cabinet of curiosity objects as well as demons and dragons. Seyfried referenced the writings of Barlaeus, Boyle, Dapper, Guericke, Kircher, Lubienicki, Olearius, Schott, and many others. The work incorporated both folk lore and current scientific discoveries, characteristic of works during the German Baroque period.
Paper Size: ~ 3 1/2" by 5 1/2"
Paper Type or Special Features: Engraving with Professional Hand-coloring
Condition report:
The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions.
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