7374 Ambroise Paré (c. 1510–1590) – The Figure of a Colt with a Man's Face - Woodcut
This detailed 17th-century woodcut illustrates "The figure of a Colt with a man's face," presented within a page of English text from the section "Of Monsters and Prodigies. Lib. 25." The illustration depicts a horse or pony with distinctly human-like facial features, embodying the era's fascination with marvels and anomalies in nature. This iconic image, reflecting the themes explored by Ambroise Paré in his work on monsters and prodigies, appears in compilations such as Edward Topsell's The History of Four-Footed Beasts and Serpents, published in 1658.
Ambroise Paré (c. 1510–1590) was a preeminent French barber surgeon, anatomist, and pioneer of modern surgery. Beyond his medical innovations, Paré was also fascinated by natural anomalies, publishing his influential work Des Monstres et Prodiges (On Monsters and Prodigies) in 1573. This book, filled with descriptions and illustrations of unusual births, legendary creatures, and deformities, reflected the Renaissance-era blend of scientific inquiry, folklore, and theological interpretation. Paré's comprehensive approach to documenting the world, both natural and monstrous, left a lasting impact on medicine and natural history.
Artist or Maker: Ambroise Paré
Dimensions: Approximately 31 × 21 cm
Medium: Woodcut
Date: 1658
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 | 400 - 600 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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