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Gooseberry with moth
Gooseberry plant, groseille de jardin, Ribes uva-crispa with moth, caterpillar and pupa, Plate XXIX. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Maria Sibylla Merian from De Europischen Insecten, J.F. Bernard, Amsterdam. 1730. Reprint of Der Raupen wunderbare Verwandelung and sonderbare Blumennahrung
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Amsterdam Bernard Butterfly Caterpillar Entomology Gooseberry Jardin Maria Merian Moth Ribes Sibylla Uva Crispa Insecten
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Introducing the exquisite Gooseberry with Moth fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating hand-colored copperplate engraving by Maria Sibylla Merian, from her renowned work "De Europischen Insecten," showcases the intricate details of a ripe gooseberry intertwined with the delicate beauty of a moth in various stages of its life cycle - caterpillar and pupa. Add an air of sophistication to your space with this stunning piece of natural history art, a timeless treasure that tells a story of the delicate balance between nature's bounty and its enchanting inhabitants.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 53.8cm (16.5" x 21.2")
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.
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving by the renowned naturalist Maria Sibylla Merian depicts a Gooseberry plant (Ribes uva-crispa) with various stages of a moth's life cycle. The image is taken from Merian's seminal work, "De Europischen Insecten," published by J.F. Bernard in Amsterdam in 1730. The title of the specific plate is "Der Raupen wunderbare Verwandelung und sonderbare Blumennahrung," which translates to "The Wonderful Metamorphosis and Extraordinary Flower Food of the Caterpillars." Merian's meticulous observation and documentation of the natural world were groundbreaking for her time, and this plate is a testament to her dedication and skill. The Gooseberry plant is shown in full bloom, its leaves and berries providing a lush backdrop to the intricate depiction of the moth's life cycle. The moth's caterpillar is shown in various stages of growth, feeding on the Gooseberry leaves, while a pupa rests nearby, ready to transform into an adult moth. The beauty and intricacy of Merian's work continue to captivate viewers today, offering a glimpse into the natural world that was once a source of wonder and fascination. This image is not only a valuable historical artifact but also a reminder of the importance of observing and documenting the natural world around us.
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