6522 Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707–1788) – Le Sajou Brun (The Brown Saijou / Tufted Capuchin) – Engraving (1774)
This detailed engraving, titled "LE SAJOU BRUN" (The Brown Saijou, also known as the Tufted Capuchin Monkey), was designed by Jacques de Sève and engraved by Madeleine-Adélaïde Aubert. It originates from Volume XV of Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's monumental work, "Histoire Naturelle, générale et particulière" (Natural History, General and Particular), with this particular print dated 1774. The illustration meticulously depicts the monkey hanging from a tree branch, showcasing its physical characteristics and natural behavior within a detailed setting. This print exemplifies Buffon's comprehensive approach to zoological documentation and the refined artistry of 18th-century natural history illustration.
Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707–1788), was an eminent French naturalist, mathematician, cosmologist, and encyclopedist. His "Histoire Naturelle" was an ambitious attempt to synthesize all known knowledge about the natural world, becoming a landmark work that profoundly influenced zoology and scientific thought for centuries. Jacques de Sève (fl. 1742–1788) was a prominent French animal painter and illustrator, best known for his extensive contributions to Buffon's "Histoire Naturelle". Madeleine-Adélaïde Aubert (fl. 1761–1772) was a notable French engraver who contributed numerous plates to Buffon's influential work.
Artist or Maker: Madeleine-Adélaïde Aubert (Engraver) after Jacques de Sève (Designer)
Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm
Medium: Engraving
Date: 1774
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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