This hand-coloured engraving is from Pierre Joseph Buchoz's principal work "Premiere [-Seconde] Centurie de Planches Enluminees et Non Enluminees Representant au Naturel, ce qui se trouve de plus Interessant et de plus Curieux parmi les Animaux, les Vegetaux et les Mineraux. Por servir d'intelligence a l'histoire Generale des trois Regnes de la Nature." The work was published between 1775 and 1781 in Paris & Amsterdam. "This collection contains figures of the rarest and most remarkable, and most interesting phenomena of the three kingdoms of nature, each part being devoted to one of them" (Anker). The beautiful engravings were completed by leading artists of the time including Jean Baptise Desmoulins, Jac de Favanne, and Guil. De Favanne, Claude Mathieu Fessard, C. Baquoy, Dupin fils, J. Mesnil, I. Robert, F. Lucas, and Jac. Julliet. Pierre Joseph Buchoz (1731–1807) was a French naturalist, botanist, and illustrator known for his detailed botanical illustrations and contributions to the study of plants. He published several works that combined scientific observation with artistic representation, helping to advance the understanding of flora during the Enlightenment period. Artist or Maker Pierre Joseph Buchoz Origin Paris Medium Engraving Size 20 cm x 33 cm Date 1780 Condition Report This work is in good condition overall. Smal tears. 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. This item is professionally protected by handmade packing. The Certificate of Authenticity is included.