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Naturall, & Morall Philosophy.
Major collection: Hart Nautical
Named collection: Allan Forbes Collection
Object type: engraving
Maker: Blome, Richard
Place made: United Kingdom, Greater London, London
Date made: 1686
Materials: paper; ink
Measurements: 15 1/2 in x 9 3/4 in
Nomenclature: decorative
Classification: whales
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Named collection: Allan Forbes Collection
Object type: engraving
Maker: Blome, Richard
Place made: United Kingdom, Greater London, London
Date made: 1686
Materials: paper; ink
Measurements: 15 1/2 in x 9 3/4 in
Nomenclature: decorative
Classification: whales
Black and white diagram showing the various aspects of natural and moral philosophy. 'The Gentleman's Recreation' was a two-part work, consisting of an Encyclopaedia of the Arts and Sciences and a treatise on outdoor pursuits for gentlemen. Compiled and published by Richard Blome (1635-1705)
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