ALBERTUS SEBA
German, 1665 - 1736
Albertus Seba's prints are highly sought after by collectors and natural history enthusiasts. Seba commissioned artists to create detailed illustrations of the specimens in his collection, which were then engraved and printed in his books.
The most famous of Seba's works is his "Thesaurus" or "Cabinet of Natural Curiosities," which was first published in four volumes between 1734 and 1765. The illustrations in this work are renowned for their beauty and accuracy, and include depictions of animals, plants, and minerals from all over the world. The engravings are often highly detailed, with delicate lines and intricate shading.
Other notable works by Seba include "Locupletissimi rerum naturalium thesauri accurata descriptio" (Accurate Description of the Very Riches of the Natural Kingdom), which was published between 1734 and 1765 in six volumes. This work also features detailed illustrations of natural specimens, including animals, plants, and minerals.
Seba's prints are highly prized by collectors and can be found in many prestigious museums and private collections around the world. They offer a window into the natural world as it was understood in the 18th century, and continue to be a source of inspiration for artists and scientists today.
The most famous of Seba's works is his "Thesaurus" or "Cabinet of Natural Curiosities," which was first published in four volumes between 1734 and 1765. The illustrations in this work are renowned for their beauty and accuracy, and include depictions of animals, plants, and minerals from all over the world. The engravings are often highly detailed, with delicate lines and intricate shading.
Other notable works by Seba include "Locupletissimi rerum naturalium thesauri accurata descriptio" (Accurate Description of the Very Riches of the Natural Kingdom), which was published between 1734 and 1765 in six volumes. This work also features detailed illustrations of natural specimens, including animals, plants, and minerals.
Seba's prints are highly prized by collectors and can be found in many prestigious museums and private collections around the world. They offer a window into the natural world as it was understood in the 18th century, and continue to be a source of inspiration for artists and scientists today.
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