129 Jacques Eustache de Sève (1742–1788) – Aspic (or Aliase) Snake – Engraving (c. 1788-1790)
This detailed engraving by Jacques Eustache de Sève features two serpents, identified as "L'Aspic, ou L'Aliase" (The Aspic, or Aliase). The primary figure is a larger snake, intricately coiled, displaying a distinctive patterned skin. A smaller, more slender serpent is depicted alongside it. The print renders the creature at half its natural size, emphasizing its unique markings and form. This illustration originates from a significant natural history work, contributing to the comprehensive documentation of serpents during the late 18th century.
Jacques Eustache de Sève was a celebrated French naturalist artist known for his meticulous and aesthetically pleasing illustrations of animals. He notably contributed a vast number of plates to Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's monumental Histoire Naturelle and Bernard Germain Étienne de Lacépède's subsequent volumes, including the Histoire naturelle des quadrupèdes ovipares et des serpens. His works are highly regarded for their scientific accuracy and their contribution to the widespread dissemination of zoological knowledge in the late 18th century.
Artist or Maker: Jacques Eustache de Sève
Dimensions: Approximately 28 cm x 20 cm
Medium: Engraving
Date: Circa 1788-1790
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.
| Värdering | 200 - 300 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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