Carl Friedrich Schmidt, “Plate X: Section II, Mammifères”, 1882–1886

Carl Friedrich Schmidt (1811–1890)

“Plate X: Section II, Mammifères”, 1882–1886, colour lithograph printed in Berlin, based on a design executed in 1882 by the renowned zoologist and botanist Hermann Burmeister (1807–1892). This artwork serves as Plate X in Burmeister’s comprehensive work, “Description physique de la République Argentine d'après des observations personnelles et étrangères”.

The lithograph is printed on heavy wove paper backed with a support sheet.

Size: (sheet) 35.7 x 47.3 cm

Inscribed in the plate: (upper left) “II Mammifères”; (upper right) “Pl. X”; (lower left) “H. Burmeister del. August 1882.”; (lower right) “C.F. Schmidt lith. Berlin.”

Each anatomical detail is labelled with a relevant figure number and scale.

Condition: A strong, well-printed impression with vivid, unfaded colour. The sheet is in excellent condition, free from tears, holes, abrasions, or stains.

This striking, large illustration depicts a seal with detailed studies of its skeletal features—potentially offering comparative insights between living and fossilized seals from Argentina (though this is a speculative interpretation). Priced at AU$216 (approximately US$140.55, EUR €120.94, GBP £105.36), including worldwide express shipping. Please note that any applicable import duties are the buyer’s responsibility.

If you’re interested in this beautifully rendered study of a seal and its anatomy, please contact me at oz_jim@printsandprinciples.com. I am happy to provide a secure PayPal invoice for a smooth transaction.