Frog Species of Mozambique: An Antique Naturalist's Journey

€ 230

One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.

Sheet size: 34 × 25 cm (13.4 × 9.8 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-13418-14 BG-13418-16, BG-13418-17 & BG-13418-18

Condition

General age-related toning. Minor wear, foxing and soiling, blank verso. Please study images carefully.

About this sheet

These antique prints from 'Naturwissenschaftliche Reise nach Mossambique' by Wilhelm C.H. Peters depict various frog species, including the Chiromantis xerampelina. The illustrations are meticulously detailed and capture the unique characteristics of these amphibians. These prints provide a glimpse into the naturalist's journey to Mozambique and their efforts to document the diverse frog species found in the region. Each print showcases the beauty and diversity of these creatures, making them valuable historical records of the amphibian fauna in Mozambique during the 19th century.