9019 George Shaw (1751–1813) – Pipa – Engraving (1811)
This print depicts the Pipa, commonly known as the Surinam toad. The illustration shows the amphibian from a dorsal view, highlighting its unique reproductive method where the young develop in pockets on the mother's back. Several small toads are shown emerging. This engraving was an illustration for Shaw's major multi-volume work, "General Zoology, or Systematic Natural History."
George Shaw was an English botanist and zoologist. He was a co-founder of the Linnean Society and served as a keeper of the natural history department at the British Museum. His most significant work is "General Zoology," which provided a systematic overview of the animal kingdom, and he was one of the first scientists to describe many Australian animals, including the platypus.
Artist or Maker: George Shaw
Dimensions: Approximately 21 cm x 14 cm
Medium: Engraving
Date: 1811
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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