Antique 1700 Shell Engraving

Albertus Seba's "Cabinet of Natural Curiosities," specifically featuring illustrations of various seashells. 

Source: This print is from the renowned 18th-century natural history compendium by Albertus Seba, a Dutch pharmacist and zoologist who meticulously documented his extensive collection of natural specimens. Content: The page, labeled "Tab CXXIV," showcases a collection of shells with detailed engravings and individual figure numbers (e.g., Fig. 155, Fig. 464). Significance: Seba's work, including these shell illustrations, is celebrated for its scientific and artistic merit, offering valuable insights into historical biodiversity and the art of natural history illustration. Minor foxing on the pages otherwise in good condition.

Measurement: Approximately 14.5"x12.5"

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