7266 Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon – Le Héron (The Heron)
This detailed engraving, titled "LE HERON." (The Heron), was designed by Duplessis and engraved by Augustin Grandon. It originates from Volume VII, Plate XIX, of Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's monumental "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux" (Natural History of Birds), published in 1780. The print meticulously depicts a single large heron standing by water with a rocky landscape and some vegetation in the background, showcasing its long neck, distinctive plumage, and slender form. This illustration exemplifies 18th-century ornithological art, combining scientific accuracy with aesthetic quality to document avian species.
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, profoundly influencing zoology and scientific thought for centuries. Duplessis (fl. 18th century) was a designer who contributed illustrations to various scientific publications of the era. Augustin Grandon (fl. 1750–1790) was a French engraver who contributed numerous plates to significant scientific publications of the 18th century, including those for Buffon.
Artist or Maker: Augustin Grandon (Engraver) after Duplessis (Designer)
Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm
Medium: Engraving
Date: 1780
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 | 300 - 400 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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