PCT-62001

Pl. 31 Antique Print of various Mammals by Merian (1657)

  • Condition: Good, given age. Some crinkles and minor creases. Tiny tear left edge. Slight paper loss right edge; repaired. A few small spots. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully.
  • Date: 1657
  • Overall size: 20.7 x 34.8 cm.
  • Image size: 17 x 29 cm.
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.. Pl. 31 Antique Print of various Mammals by Merian (1657)

Description: Antique print of various mammals / even toed ungulates; Dama Cervq, Damhirsch - Fallow Deer, Caprea, Rehe-Kalb - Roe Deer, Alce Mas - Moose or elk, male. This print originates from 'Historiae Naturalis De Piscibus Et Cetis Libri V' by John Johnston, published by Matthias Merian in 1657.

Artists and Engravers: John Johnston (or Johnstone, 1603-1675) was a descendant of a Scottish family. Born in Sambter, Poland, he studied extensively at the famous universities of the day, including St. Andrews, Scotland, Cambridge & Leiden. After many years traveling in Europe, he settled in Silesia. Matthaus Merian was a leading German engraver of the day, from a prominent family of engravers and artists, and the father of Maria Merian.