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mathurin-jacques brisson
Early Modern
Early Modern

mathurin-jacques brisson

Born 1723 Died 1806 Works span 1760–1760

Mathurin Jacques Brisson (1723 – 1806): A Pioneer of Zoological Illustration and Classification Mathurin Jacques Brisson stands as a remarkable figure in the annals of natural history, recognized primarily for his meticulous ornithological illustrations and his foundational role in shaping animal classification during the Enlightenment. Born April 30, 1723, in Fontenay-le-Comte, France – a region steeped in agricultural tradition – Br…

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dated works
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1760
first work
1760
last work
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