Jacques de Seve, Anatomical Studies, Etching, 1771

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Plate from buffon's histoire naturelle, générale et particulière tome iii, plate iv, page 224 paris: imprimerie royale, 1771 copperplate engraving … Read more Plate from buffon's histoire naturelle, générale et particulière tome iii, plate iv, page 224 paris: imprimerie royale, 1771 copperplate engraving on laid paper (approx. 24.5 × 19.5 cm). An 18th-century anatomical plate illustrating detailed studies of human bones, including the mandible (upper figures) and the bones of the forearm and elbow joint (lower figures). The four numbered figures present multiple views, carefully labeled to identify structural features and articulations. Drawn by jacques de sève and finely engraved in precise line, the plate exemplifies the clarity and refinement characteristic of buffon’s histoire naturelle. A strong example of enlightenment scientific illustration combining anatomical accuracy with elegant burin work. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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