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Seba. Cabinet of Natural Curiosities by Rainer Willmann, Irmgard Müsch and Jes Rust (2011, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherTaschen
ISBN-103836515830
ISBN-139783836515832
eBay Product ID (ePID)102840467
Product Key Features
Edition25
Book TitleSeba. Cabinet of Natural Curiosities
Number of Pages416 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicNatural History, Subjects & Themes / Plants & Animals, History, Graphic Arts / Illustration
Publication Year2011
IllustratorYes
GenreDesign, Art, Science
AuthorRainer Willmann, Irmgard Müsch, Jes Rust
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.6 in
Item Weight110.4 Oz
Item Length13.4 in
Item Width9.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
ReviewsTASCHEN brings us yet another luscious and affordable coffee table book, Albertus Seba: Cabinet of Natural Curiosities. Eye-popping displays of birds, butterflies, snakes, seashells, sea urchins, exotic plants, crocodiles, crustaceans and more, ignite the imagination and leave us in awe of the diversity of the natural world as well as the engravers' skill in producing these beautifully detailed plates., Eye-popping displays of birds, butterflies, snakes, crustaceans and more ignite the imagination and leave us in awe of the diversity of the natural world as well as the engravers' skill in producing these beautifully detailed plates., A 1791 illustrated collection of ruffled feathers, pungent blooms, pickled corpses and creepy-crawlies.
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal508
SynopsisThe Cabinet of Natural Curiosities of Albertus Seba (1665-1736) is one of the 18th century's greatest natural history achievements and remains one of the most prized natural history books of all time. Though scientists of Seba's era often collected natural specimens for research purposes, the Amsterdam-based pharmacist was unrivaled in his passion. His amazing collection of animals, plants, and insects from all around the world gained international fame during his lifetime. In 1731, after decades of collecting, Seba commissioned illustrations of every specimen and arranged the publication of a four-volume catalogue. The nature Wunderkammer featured everything from strange and exotic plants to snakes, frogs, crocodiles, shellfish, corals, birds, and butterflies, as well as fantastic beasts, such as a hydra and a dragon. Many illustrations mixed plants and animals into a single scenic plate. This reproduction is taken from a rare hand-colored original and features an introduction to the natural history and collecting traditions in which Seba played such an important role., Discover the weird and wonderful world of 18th-century natural historian Albertus Seba. This big and beautiful reprint of his Cabinet of Natural Curiosities depicts countless rare and exotic animals, plants, and insects from around the world. Drawings of snakes, shells, and mythical beasts appear in stunning shades and intricate detail, each..., The Cabinet of Natural Curiosities of Albertus Seba (1665-1736) is one of the 18th century's greatest natural history achievements and remains one of the most prized natural history books of all time. Though scientists of Seba's era often collected natural specimens for research purposes, the Amsterdam-based pharmacist was unrivaled in his passion. His amazing collection of animals, plants, and insects from all around the world gained international fame during his lifetime. In 1731, after decades of collecting, Seba commissioned illustrations of every specimen and arranged the publication of a four-volume catalogue. The nature Wunderkammer featured everything from strange and exotic plants to snakes, frogs, crocodiles, shellfish, corals, birds, and butterflies, as well as fantastic beasts, such as a hydra and a dragon. Many illustrations mixed plants and animals into a single scenic plate.This reproduction is taken from a rare hand-colored original and features an introduction to the natural history and collecting traditions in which Seba played such an important role.
LC Classification NumberQH41
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- Oct 17, 2024
Love, love, love this book! Illustration...
Love, love, love this book! Illustrations are beautiful and unusual.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Nov 29, 2017
Great
Awesome work of a naturalistVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
