Serpentes (suborder), snake
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Serpentes (suborder), snake
Watercolour 39 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)
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1743 1820 18th Century Australasia Australian Banks Coil Curl Curve Diapsid Diapsida First Graceful Jackson Lepidosaur Lepidosauria Manuscript Ophidia Painter Port Jackson Painter Reptile
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite watercolor print, titled "Serpentes" or snakes, is a captivating illustration from the Port Jackson Painter's collection, found in Banks Manuscript 34, dating back to the late 18th century. The Port Jackson Painter, an anonymous artist, was a skilled craftsman who made significant contributions to the natural history records of Australia during the early exploration period. The graceful curves and intricate details of this illustration showcase the artist's mastery of the watercolor medium. The snake, a diapsid reptile from the suborder Serpentes, is depicted with a sense of elegance and fluidity, its body curling and coiling in a mesmerizing pattern. The artist's use of color and shading adds depth and texture to the image, making it a stunning representation of this enigmatic creature. This illustration is a valuable addition to the extensive record of Australia's unique and diverse fauna, which was being documented during the early exploration of the continent. The Port Jackson Painter's work was instrumental in providing accurate and detailed records of the animals of Australia, contributing significantly to the scientific knowledge of the region. The Port Jackson Painter's "Serpentes" is a testament to the artist's skill and the importance of natural history illustration in the exploration and documentation of the natural world. This beautiful watercolor print, with its intricate details and lifelike representation, continues to captivate and inspire viewers more than two centuries after it was created.
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