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Black dagger (trident) on an apple branch - Dark dagger moth, Acronicta tridens, bastard wasps on an apple branch, Malus domestica. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn
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Black dagger (trident) on an apple branch - Dark dagger moth, Acronicta tridens, bastard wasps on an apple branch, Malus domestica. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn
FLO4562378 Black dagger (trident) on an apple branch - Dark dagger moth, Acronicta tridens, bastard wasps on an apple branch, Malus domestica. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and etched by Jacob l'Admiral in Naauwkeurige Waarneemingen omtrent de veranderingen van veele Insekten (Accurate Descriptions of the Metamorphoses of Insects), J. Sluyter, Amsterdam, 1774. For this second edition, M. Houttuyn added another eight plates to the original 25.; (add.info.: Black dagger (trident) on an apple branch - Dark dagger moth, Acronicta tridens, bastard wasps on an apple branch, Malus domestica. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and etched by Jacob l'Admiral in Naauwkeurige Waarneemingen omtrent de veranderingen van veele Insekten (Accurate Descriptions of the Metamorphoses of Insects), J. Sluyter, Amsterdam, 1774. For this second edition, M. Houttuyn added another eight plates to the original 25.); © Florilegius
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving captures the intricate beauty of nature in exquisite detail. The image features a black dagger (trident) moth, known scientifically as Acronicta tridens, perched delicately on an apple branch alongside bastard wasps. The contrast between the dark moth and the bright green leaves of the apple tree creates a visually striking composition.
Created by Jacob l'Admiral for Naauwkeurige Waarneemingen omtrent de veranderingen van veele Insekten in 1774, this print is part of a series that provides accurate descriptions of the metamorphoses of insects. Meticulously drawn and etched, this engraving showcases the artist's skill and attention to detail.
The addition of eight plates by M. Houttuyn in the second edition further enhances this collection, adding depth and diversity to the already impressive array of insect illustrations.
As you gaze upon this artwork, you can't help but marvel at the complexity and beauty of these tiny creatures that inhabit our world. Each delicate line and vibrant color serves as a reminder of the wonders that exist all around us, waiting to be discovered and appreciated.
This print is not just a visual masterpiece; it is a testament to the importance of preserving our natural environment and appreciating its many inhabitants, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant they may appear.
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