Antique Framed Print : Merian / Maria / Lizars
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Merian / Maria / Lizars
ANNA MARIA SIBYLLA MERIAN Swiss painter, engraver and naturalist
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Media ID 621894
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1647 1717 Anna Engraver Lizars Maria Merian Naturalist Neckline Painter Sibylla Swiss
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.4cm x 24.4cm (7.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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
Anna Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717): A Visionary Naturalist and Artist This evocative portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Anna Maria Sibylla Merian, a remarkable Swiss painter, engraver, and naturalist. Born in Basel in 1647, Merian's insatiable curiosity for the natural world would lead her to become one of the most influential figures in the history of science and art. Merian is depicted here in a humble yet regal pose, holding a delicate flower in her left hand, while her right hand rests on a drawing board, adorned with a sketch of a butterfly. Her wig, styled in the latest fashion of the time, frames her face, which exudes a sense of deep concentration and intellectual rigor. The intricate neckline of her low-cut dress adds an air of elegance and sophistication to the image. Merian's groundbreaking work, which spanned over five decades, was a testament to her unwavering commitment to documenting the natural world. Her meticulous observations and illustrations of insects, particularly butterflies and their life cycles, were groundbreaking at a time when such studies were largely overlooked by the scientific community. Merian's contributions to the fields of science and art were not limited to her illustrations. She was also an accomplished engraver, using the technique to produce stunningly detailed prints of her observations. Her most famous work, "Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium," published in 1705, is a seminal work in the history of natural history. This portrait of Anna Maria Sibylla Merian not only captures the essence of a brilliant mind but also serves as a reminder of the transformative power of curiosity and dedication. Merian's legacy continues to inspire generations of scientists, artists, and naturalists, and her work remains a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
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