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Conrad Gessner

Born in 1516.

Died in 1565.

Conrad Gessner is distinguished by his varied career as a physician, humanist, classical philologist, naturalist, and draughtsman. He is recognised for having paved the way for botanical and zoological representation, thereby contributing to the advancement of these disciplines. His work bears witness to an innovative approach to the observation and documentation of the natural world, marking a significant stage in the history of the natural sciences.

Conrad Gessner

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