Bilder Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) – Illustration of Various Small Mammals – Hand-colored engraving (1805)

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This hand-colored engraving presents a collection of small mammals, including various species of shrews, moles, and a porcupine-like animal, meticulously arranged for educational purposes. Each creature is depicted in a naturalistic pose on a small patch of ground, reflecting the encyclopedic focus on zoological diversity. The work originates from the Picture Book for Children (Bilderbuch für Kinder), a landmark educational encyclopedia that provided visual instruction on subjects ranging from natural history to geography.

Friedrich Justin Bertuch was a German publisher, patron, and author who became a key figure in the cultural life of Weimar. He is most famous for his monumental Bilderbuch für Kinder, which consisted of twelve volumes published between 1790 and 1830, featuring thousands of meticulously engraved and hand-colored plates designed to provide a comprehensive visual education for young people.

Artist or Maker: Friedrich Justin Bertuch

Dimensions: Approximately 25 cm x 20 cm

Medium: Hand-colored engraving

Date: 1805

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