116 Jacques de Sève (active 1742–1788) – Le Dromadaire – Copperplate Engraving by Charles Baquoy from Histoire Naturelle by Buffon (Late 18th Century)
This detailed copperplate engraving titled Le Dromadaire (The Dromedary) is from Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon’s celebrated Histoire Naturelle, Générale et Particulière. The dromedary is depicted in profile with finely rendered textures and anatomical accuracy, set against a desert landscape featuring the pyramids of Egypt. The image reflects the scientific and artistic ambitions of the Enlightenment, combining zoological observation with a sense of geographic context. The illustration was drawn by Jacques de Sève and engraved by Charles Baquoy, both of whom were instrumental in visualizing Buffon’s comprehensive natural history volumes.
Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707–1788), was a central figure of Enlightenment science, whose multi-volume Histoire Naturelle sought to systematically catalog the natural world. His work laid the groundwork for later studies in biology, zoology, and paleontology.
Artist or Maker:
Jacques de Sève (delineator), Charles Baquoy (engraver)
Dimensions:
28 cm x 20 cm
Medium:
Copperplate Engraving
Date:
Late 18th Century
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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