This detailed engraving features two distinct natural history studies: "Die Eiche." (The Oak) and "Die Buche." (The Beech). The upper illustration presents a tall oak tree, characterized by its robust trunk and spreading branches, with birds perched on it and a nearby stump. The lower illustration depicts a beech tree, recognizable by its characteristic smooth trunk and dense, clustered foliage, also accompanied by a bird. Both trees are rendered with precise linework that highlights their botanical features, set within a subtle landscape. This print originates from a German natural history or encyclopedic work, contributing to the comprehensive documentation of European flora and fauna in the early 18th century.

Johann Daniel Preissler was a prominent German engraver, painter, and director of the Nuremberg Academy of Fine Arts. He is best known for his significant contributions to the Teutsche Academie (German Academy), a comprehensive illustrated work that adapted and expanded upon Joachim von Sandrart's original treatise. Preissler played a crucial role in the creation of many plates for this extensive publication, covering various subjects including natural history, thereby influencing artistic and scientific education in early 18th-century Germany.

Artist or Maker: Johann Daniel Preissler

Dimensions: Approximately 30 cm x 18 cm

Medium: Engraving

Date: Circa 1710

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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Köparprovision (inkl. moms)	24.4%
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179 Johann Daniel Preissler (1666–1737) – The Oak and The Beech – Engraving (c. 1710)