Fine Art Print : Eastern comma butterfly, Polygonia comma
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Eastern comma butterfly, Polygonia comma
Eastern comma butterfly, Polygonia comma.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812
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Media ID 14218514
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Butterfly Comma Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Polydore Shaw Polygonia
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Introducing the stunning Eastern Comma Butterfly Fine Art Print from our Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany (1812), showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of this beautiful insect. A must-have for nature enthusiasts, art collectors, and those who appreciate the beauty of the natural world. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
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Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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 exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the Eastern Comma butterfly, Polygonia comma, in intricate detail. The image is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in 1812. Shaw and Nodder were renowned naturalists of their time, and their collaborative work was a significant contribution to the scientific community. The Eastern Comma butterfly, also known as the "Richard Polydore Verity" in honor of the English naturalist who first described it, is a beautiful and distinctive species found primarily in North America. The butterfly's wings are adorned with a series of small, evenly spaced black spots, separated by thin, white lines, giving it a unique and striking appearance. The Eastern Comma is also notable for its ability to fly in cooler temperatures and over long distances, making it an intriguing subject for naturalists and collectors alike. The handcolored copperplate engraving technique used to create this image was a popular method of producing detailed and accurate illustrations during the 18th and 19th centuries. The process involved creating an engraving on a copper plate, which was then coated with a ground and covered with a thin layer of ink. The image was then carefully hand-painted, using delicate brushes and fine pigments, to add color and depth to the engraving. The result was a stunningly detailed and lifelike representation of the Eastern Comma butterfly, which has been preserved for posterity in this beautiful and historic print.
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