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Animalia Qvadrvpedia et Reptilia (Terra): Plate LXVI, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
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Animalia Qvadrvpedia et Reptilia (Terra): Plate LXVI, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Qvadrvpedia et Reptilia (Terra): Plate LXVI, c. 1575/1580
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An intriguing and exquisitely detailed work of art, this 16th century print by Joris Hoefnagel, titled "Animalia Qvadrvpedia et Reptilia (Terra): Plate LXVI," showcases a fascinating array of animals from the continents of Europe. The meticulously rendered illustration, created using watercolor and gouache on vellum, is framed within an ornate gold oval border. At the center of the composition, a grey dagger moth caterpillar (Acronicta psi) can be seen, its body adorned with intricate patterns and spines. Surrounding the caterpillar are various other European animals, including a deer, a fox, a badger, a lynx, and a variety of birds. In the bottom left corner, a lackey moth larva (Prodenia quercus) can be spotted, camouflaged among the leaves and twigs. This stunning work of art is a testament to the natural history and scientific curiosity of the 16th century. Joris Hoefnagel, also known as Georg Hoefnagel or Georg Houfnagel, was a renowned artist and naturalist, whose works were highly influential in the fields of botany, zoology, and natural history. His intricate illustrations were often featured in books and manuscripts, and continue to be celebrated for their beauty and accuracy. Today, this precious work of art can be found in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., where it is cherished as an important piece of European heritage art and a valuable contribution to the study of natural history and the arts.
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