From Nice in 1856: an early illustrated travelogue of Ernst Haeckel

Type : ACL
Nature : Production scientifique
Au bénéfice du Laboratoire : Oui
Statut de publication : Publié
Année de publication : 2024
Auteurs (3) : DOLAN John,r MIGON Christophe WEINBAUER Markus,g
Revue scientifique : Art and Science
Volume : 8
Fascicule : 2
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DOI : 10.21494/ISTE.OP.2024.1214
URL : https://hal.science/hal-04712947v1
Abstract : Here are presented two letters by a young Ernst Haeckel, who became a major figure of biology, as well as recognized as a scientific artist, in the late 19th century. The letters, previously available only in German, are given here with his illustrations, in English. They were written when he was a medical student, addressed to his parents, describing his travels and impressions during one of his first voyages abroad. They show Haeckel with a character distinct from his latter years, somewhat insecure, eager to share his experiences with his parents. Haeckel's talent as a storyteller and travel writer were evident early on. During his stay in Nice he saw, for the first time, living specimens of organisms that would later be the subjects of iconic illustrations. In a companion article (Migon et al. 2024), the letters are presented and discussed in French.
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Dolan JR, Migon C, Weinbauer MG (2024) From Nice in 1856: an early illustrated travelogue of Ernst Haeckel. Art and Science 8 | doi: 10.21494/ISTE.OP.2024.1214