Dictionnaire classique des sciences naturelles, Brussels, Meline, Cans et Ce, 1853. Natural history, dictionaries, The illustration features two distinct animals, each represented in a detailed and artistic style. The upper figure depicts a porcupine, characterized by its elongated body covered in sharp quills, and its distinctively shaped head, with large ears and prominent facial features. The animal is shown in a side view, highlighting its prickly exterior and stout legs. The lower figure presents a muskrat, portrayed with a robust, rounded body and a short, somewhat flattened tail. Its fur is depicted in a smooth texture, suggesting softness, with the animal's small, forward-facing eyes and rounded ears enhancing its cute appearance. Both animals are rendered with attention to their anatomical details, positioned on grassy patches, and labeled with