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Plate 42: Large Green Beetle with a Plant Gall(?) and a Flower, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
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Plate 42: Large Green Beetle with a Plant Gall(?) and a Flower, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Plate 42: Large Green Beetle with a Plant Gall(?) and a Flower, c. 1575/1580
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Plate 42: Large Green Beetle with a Plant Gall(?) and a Flower, c. 1575/1580, is a stunning and intricately detailed watercolor and gouache drawing on vellum by the renowned Flemish artist Joris Hoefnagel (1542-1600). This exquisite artwork, which is part of the National Gallery of Art's collection in Washington D.C., showcases Hoefnagel's exceptional skill in capturing the natural world with precision and beauty. The central focus of the composition is a large, vibrant green beetle, perched on a twig against a backdrop of lush foliage. The beetle's intricate exoskeleton is rendered in meticulous detail, with each scale and line accentuated to create a lifelike representation. The artist's mastery of color is evident in the rich greens and deep browns of the beetle's body, as well as the vibrant hues of the surrounding flora. The beetle appears to be resting on a plant gall, a swelling or deformation of a plant caused by the presence of a parasitic insect or other stimulus. This intriguing detail adds an element of natural history and scientific observation to the artwork, reflecting the intellectual curiosity of the time. The presence of a delicate flower in the foreground further enhances the composition, adding a touch of elegance and balance. This artwork is a testament to Hoefnagel's extraordinary talent as an artist and his deep appreciation for the natural world. Created in Europe during the sixteenth century, it is a valuable addition to the heritage of art and science, and a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
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