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Harvestman spider, Megabunus diadema



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Harvestman spider, Megabunus diadema

Harvestman spider, Megabunus diadema. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Sowerby from The British Miscellany, or Coloured figures of new, rare, or little known animal subjects, London, 1804

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Media ID 23203670

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Diadema Entomology Figures Miscellany Rare Sowerby Spider Subjects Zoological Harvestman


6"x4" (15x10cm) Acrylic Blox

Your photographic print is held in place by magnets and a micro thin sheet of metal covering the back of a 20mm piece of clear acrylic. Your print is held in place with magnets so can easily be replaced if needed.

Streamlined, one sided modern and attractive table top print

Estimated Product Size is 10.2cm x 15.2cm (4" x 6")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the intricate beauty of the Harvestman spider, Megabunus diadema, also known as Phalangium diadema. The image is taken from James Sowerby's seminal work, "The British Miscellany, or Coloured Figures of New, Rare, or Little Known Animal Subjects," published in London in 1804. Sowerby was a renowned English naturalist and illustrator, who dedicated his career to documenting the natural world through precise and accurate illustrations. The Harvestman spider, a member of the order Opiliones, is not actually a true spider but rather a close relative. It is characterized by its long, slender legs and lack of spining glands, making it more closely related to scorpions and mites. The Harvestman spider in this engraving is depicted with a regal air, its diadem-like markings adorning its head and thorax. These markings, along with its distinctive pincer-like pedipalps, serve to distinguish it from other species in its order. Harvestman spiders are often found in wooded areas and are important decomposers, feeding on a variety of small invertebrates and decaying plant matter. Their role in the ecosystem is crucial in maintaining balance and contributing to the decomposition process. This engraving not only showcases the intricacies of the Harvestman spider's physical features but also highlights its importance in the natural world. The meticulous attention to detail in this engraving is evident in the delicate shading and vibrant colors used to bring the Harvestman spider to life. The intricate patterns on its body and legs are rendered with remarkable accuracy, making this a valuable addition to any collection of zoological illustrations.

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