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Mucuna with insects in different life stages
Hand-coloured engraving based on Maria Sibylla Merian watercolour. From Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium, 1726 edition. Date: 1726
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Greetings Card (A5)
Introducing the exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the enchanting image of "Mucuna with Insects in Different Life Stages" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This hand-coloured engraving, based on the renowned watercolour by Maria Sibylla Merian from her seminal work "Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium" (1726), invites you on a captivating journey into the world of nature. Delight in the intricate details of the Mucuna plant and its vibrant inhabitants, from their humble beginnings as eggs and larvae to their magnificent transformation into adult insects. These beautifully crafted cards are the perfect way to celebrate the wonders of the natural world and add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any occasion.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
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.
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This hand-coloured engraving, based on a watercolor by the renowned naturalist Maria Sibylla Merian, depicts various life stages of insects feeding on the flowers and leaves of the Mucuna plant, a type of legume or fabaceous plant. The illustration, taken from Merian's seminal work "Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium" published in 1726, provides a fascinating glimpse into the complex relationships between plants and insects during the 18th century. At the center of the image, an adult Mucuna plant is shown in full bloom, its vibrant yellow and red flowers attracting a diverse array of insects. To the left, a caterpillar can be seen munching on the plant's leaves, while to the right, a pupa rests on a flower, ready to transform into an adult. In the foreground, various insects, including beetles, flies, and butterflies, are shown in different stages of their life cycles, from larvae to adults. The intricate details of the engraving reveal the precise observations Merian made during her extensive travels to Surinam, a Dutch colony in South America, where she studied the natural world and documented the metamorphosis of various insects. Merian's work was groundbreaking for its time, as she challenged the prevailing belief that plants and animals existed in isolation from one another, instead demonstrating the intricate interdependencies that exist between different organisms. This image not only showcases the beauty and diversity of the natural world but also serves as a testament to Merian's remarkable contributions to the field of natural history. The intricate details of the engraving, combined with the historical significance of Merian's work, make this a valuable and intriguing addition to any collection of natural history or botanical illustrations.
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