Print Turtles 55x45 cm, multicolored, copperplate engraving, by G.H. von Schubert, Germany, 19th c.
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This framed copperplate engraving by Gotthilf Heinrich von Schubert, dated 1886, represents a plate from the monumental late 19th-century German natural history atlas 'Naturgeschichte des Tierreichs'. The composition features several species of turtles depicted in their native habitats, with meticulous attention to anatomical detail and realistic rendering of each shell’s patterns and coloration. Muted earthy hues define the palette: deep browns, olive greens, and ochre yellow accentuate the scientific qualities of the work and the delicate hand-coloring that lends the piece its nuanced vibrance. Presented in a simple, medium-toned wooden frame with a broad off-white mat, the print is given a neutral presentation that draws focus to the illustration. The matte finish of the aged paper, along with subtle yellowing and light foxing, enhances its historical authenticity. The condition is very good—frame, glass, and print are free from major damage or modern restoration, preserving the integrity of the original piece.
The engraving speaks to an era where scientific rigor and artistic contemplation converged in depictions marked by patience and quiet wonder. With its focused detail and restrained color, this print echoes the calm authority of a 19th-century naturalist’s study—evoking an age fascinated with the mysteries and complexity of the living world. The turtles, rendered with fine shell textures and careful lines, reflect both an empirical eye and a reverence for nature's secrets.
This artwork would suit collector-oriented spaces inspired by classical cabinets of curiosities or refined scholarly interiors. It could be displayed above an oak sideboard, grouped with other period natural history illustrations, or featured in a home library. The neutral frame and harmonious palette
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Height45 cm
Depth2 cm
Width55 cm
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Width55 cm
Height45 cm
Depth2 cm
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