This original 18th-century copperplate engraving titled Le Rhinocéros (The Rhinoceros) was created by Jacques de Sève for Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon’s monumental Histoire Naturelle. It depicts the Indian rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis) in a classical landscape with dramatic cliffs and skies, emphasizing the creature's armored hide and majestic stance.

Jacques de Sève (active 1740s–1780s) illustrated numerous animals for Buffon’s encyclopedic natural history volumes. His engravings are admired for their combination of zoological precision and artistic setting, reflecting Enlightenment ideals of science and beauty.

Artist or Maker:

Jacques de Sève

Dimensions:

approx. 26 cm x 20 cm

Medium:

Copperplate Engraving

Date:

c. 1749–1788

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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6512 Jacques de Sève – Le Rhinocéros – Copperplate Engraving from Buffon’s “Histoire Naturelle” (18th Century)