Code: 11296
Original engraving circa 1706
Illustration of Critique of D’Amboinische Rariteitkamer published in Acta Eruditirum 1706 The Amboinese Cabinet of curiosities
A fabulous original engraving circa 1706.
By George Eberhard Rumphiius a German born botanist.
This book contained engravings of crustaceans and sea creatures of which this is one of .
Hand pulled laid down on thick paper signed in the margin lower left.
Nice condition ready to frame.
Some age related toning and a crease to one corner but overall good for its 300 years !
25 x 39 cm