{"product_id":"illustrations-1","title":"Porcupine Ant-Eater, Duck-Mole Platypus","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis charming chromolithograph from Johnson's Household Book of Nature presents two of Australia's most remarkable creatures: the echidna (here called the 'Porcupine Ant-Eater') and the platypus (the 'Duck Mole'). Published in the early 1880s, this plate captures the Victorian fascination with these egg-laying mammals that defied contemporary scientific classification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rich chromolithographic printing brings these unusual animals to life in their natural habitat, with the spiny echidna foraging among rocks and tropical vegetation while the sleek platypus emerges from a quiet pool. The lush Australian landscape, rendered in warm earth tones and varied greens, provides an appropriately exotic setting for these zoological curiosities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wonderful example of Victorian popular science publishing, this plate would have introduced American families to creatures that seemed almost mythical. The period nomenclature adds historical charm to an already delightful subject. A standout piece for collectors of natural history prints or anyone captivated by Australia's unique wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.5\" x 6.75\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44788602110067,"sku":"AP7335","price":35.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/2026-04-16-11-31-03-01.jpg?v=1776365755","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/en-nl\/products\/illustrations-1","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}