Bilder George Shaw (1751–1813) – Slow Lemur (Nycticebus tardigradus) – Engraving (1800)

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This zoological illustration depicts the Slow Lemur (Nycticebus tardigradus), commonly known as the Slow Loris. The print shows two figures of the animal: one seated upright, gripping a tree branch, and the other crawling on the ground below. Both illustrations emphasize the animal's distinctive large, forward-facing eyes. The publication details include the date June 1, 1800. This work originates from General Zoology or Systematic Natural History, a major publication by George Shaw.

George Shaw was an English botanist, zoologist, and lecturer known for his comprehensive work in natural history during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He was a co-founder of the Linnean Society of London and served as the Keeper of Zoology at the British Museum. His major publication, General Zoology, was one of the most important systematic surveys of the animal kingdom of its era, featuring numerous illustrations.

Artist or Maker: George Shaw

Dimensions: Approximately 22 cm x 14 cm

Medium: Engraving

Date: 1800

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