Charles Bonnet 1778

This 1778 engraving by J.F. Clemens depicts Charles Bonnet, a Swiss naturalist and philosopher, in a seated pose. The artwork, titled "Charles Bonnet", is a portrait that showcases Bonnet in a scholarly setting, with a book in his hand and shelves filled with books in the background. The engraving highlights Bonnet's prominent role in the scientific community through its detailed rendering of his facial features and the inclusion of textual information identifying him as a "Philosoph. & Histor. Ac.T.", signifying his membership in the philosophical and historical academy. This artwork provides a visual representation of Bonnet's intellectual stature and the importance of his contributions to the field of natural history.