Old engraving from 1904 - Chameleons - chromolithograph zoology plate

Magnificent authentic engraving 121 years old, not a simple reproduction: Chameleons • Edition: between 1902 and 1907 • Size: 15.5 x 24.5 cm • Elegant vintage cream-white paper • Text in German • Condition: very good This illustration comes from a large German encyclopedia, blending scholarly texts, maps, and detailed engravings, reflecting the intellectual and editorial standards of its time. Authentic and original, it bears witness to the encyclopaedic ambition to encompass all human knowledge. A true mirror of the world before the First World War, this work combines rigor, elegance, and pedagogical clarity, making each volume a valuable testimony to the history of knowledge. The illustration features three chameleons in their natural tropical habitat, moving among lush plants. A large green chameleon is observed in the foreground with its characteristic curled tail, along with two other brown specimens perched on branches. The vegetation includes various species of ferns with delicate fronds, creating a dense and verdant jungle environment. • Find all our lithographs and prints in my shop • Send me a message for any questions • Fast delivery and careful packaging for a risk-free reception • For bulk purchases, send me a message for a single shipping fee and to discuss a discount Reference: 111-1-9 ----- Decoration, vintage, ferns, tail, branches, jungle, Madagascar. reptile, lizard, tropical This plate presents a scientific naturalistic style typical of 19th-century German encyclopedias. The illustration combines zoological precision and decorative aesthetics, with bright and realistic colours. The chromolithography technique allows for a fine rendering of anatomical details.