11405 Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747-1822) – Miscellaneous Fossils – Hand-coloured engraving (1790)
"Verm. Gegenst. LI. Melanges LI. Miscell. Subj. LI. Miscellanea LI." This print depicts a variety of paleontological specimens, including a large spiral ammonite, fossilized fish remains, and plant impressions embedded in stone. The hand-coloured engraving was published in the Bilderbuch fur Kinder in Weimar by Friedrich Justin Bertuch. This work served as an educational encyclopedia designed to introduce children to natural history, geology, and the scientific discoveries of the era through detailed visual representation.
Friedrich Justin Bertuch was an influential German publisher, author, and entrepreneur based in Weimar during the Enlightenment. He founded the Landes-Industrie-Comptoir, a major publishing house that produced a vast range of educational and scientific materials. His most significant contribution was the Bilderbuch fur Kinder, a twelve-volume series published between 1790 and 1830 that revolutionized children's learning. Bertuch's publications are highly regarded for their high-quality copperplate engravings and their role in making scientific knowledge accessible to a broader audience.
Artist or Maker: Friedrich Justin Bertuch.
Dimensions: Approximately 24 cm x 20 cm.
Medium: Hand-coloured engraving.
Date: 1790.
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.
| Värdering | 200 - 300 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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