The Rhinoceros, by W. Read

The Rhinoceros, by W. Read depicts an Indian rhinoceros in profile, rendered in dense hatched linework and finished with hand-applied color, in the tradition of the natural-history compendia and illustrated periodicals of the early 19th century. The engraving is signed “W. Read, Sculpt.” and titled “The Rhinoceros” directly on the plate.

Artist: W. Read (engraver, dates unconfirmed). Date: early 19th century (exact year unconfirmed).

The Rhinoceros. Antique Natural History Engraving Canvas Print.