BGI-01588

Antique Print of Wolf species by Johnston (1657)

  • Condition: Good, some creasing and staining. Please study image carefully.
  • Date: 1657
  • Overall size: 20.5 x 35 cm.
  • Image size: 17 x 29 cm.
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.. Lupus Marinq - Johnston (1657)

Description: Antique print depicting various animals Lupus Marina Gesneri et Bellony - Wolf species. Hyaena - Hyena. Gulo, Vielfraes - Wolverine or glutton, carcajou, skunk bear, or quickhatch. Originates from 'Historiae Naturalis De Quadrupetibus Libri I' 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.