Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Home > Arts > Artists > M > Maria Sibylla Merian

Carica papaya, Papaya

Carica papaya, Papaya


Framed Photos
Photo Prints
Jigsaw Puzzles
Poster Prints
Canvas Prints
Fine Art Prints
Mounted Prints
Metal Prints
Cards
Home Decor


We accept all major credit cards

Mary Evans Prints Online

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

Carica papaya, Papaya

Hand-coloured engraving based on Maria Sibylla Merian watercolour. From Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium, 1726 edition. Date: 1726

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 14238272

© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum

1726 18th Century Brassicales Carica Edition Eudicot Eurosid Hand Coloured Malvidae Maria Sibylla Merian Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium Papaya Rosid Watercolor Angiospermae Carica Papaya Caricaceae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta


EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite hand-coloured engraving, based on a watercolour painting by the renowned naturalist Maria Sibylla Merian, showcases the Carica papaya, also known as papaya or pawpaw. The illustration is taken from Merian's seminal work, "Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium," published in 1726. The papaya, as a member of the Caricaceae family, is an angiosperm, or flowering plant, belonging to the order Brassicales and the class Eudicotyledons. It is further classified as a rosid and a member of the Malvidae family. The papaya tree is depicted here with its large, glossy, green leaves and its distinctive elongated fruit. The fruit, which grows directly on the trunk and branches, is a popular tropical delicacy and a rich source of vitamins and minerals. The papaya's unique feature is its monocarpic habit, meaning it bears only one large fruit per tree before dying. Merian's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate engraving, which captures the textures and forms of the papaya's leaves, fruit, and flowers with remarkable accuracy. Her work was groundbreaking for its time, providing some of the most detailed and accurate records of the natural world, particularly the insects that inhabited it. This engraving is a testament to Merian's artistic and scientific achievements, offering a glimpse into the natural history of the 18th century. It remains an invaluable resource for botanical research and a stunning example of the beauty and diversity of the plant kingdom.

MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.



redeem
Beautiful Photo Prints and Gifts
image
Professionally Printed
inventory
Photo Prints are in stock
thumb_up
Professional quality finish
diamond
Made with high-grade materials
inventory_2
Carefully packed to aid safe arrival



Related Images


Darwinism, Natural Selection of Living Organisms, lithograph, published in 1897
Darwinism, Natural Selection of Living Organisms, lithograph, published in 1897
European Robin in backyard, Erithacus rubecula
European Robin in backyard, Erithacus rubecula
Paardebloem De Europische insecten Merian Maria Sibylla
Paardebloem De Europische insecten Merian Maria Sibylla
Fourmi dessinee avec le microscope De Europische
Fourmi dessinee avec le microscope De Europische
Blaauwe Viole De Europische insecten Merian Maria Sibylla
Blaauwe Viole De Europische insecten Merian Maria Sibylla
Moerbessen De Europische insecten Merian Maria Sibylla
Moerbessen De Europische insecten Merian Maria Sibylla
Veld-kruis-diftel De Europische insecten Merian
Veld-kruis-diftel De Europische insecten Merian
Defence mechanisms of different insects, chromolithograph, published in 1897
Defence mechanisms of different insects, chromolithograph, published in 1897
Haflinger horse mare and foal in meadow, Norfolk, England, UK, March
Haflinger horse mare and foal in meadow, Norfolk, England, UK, March
Yellow-spotted salamander eggs (Ambystoma maculatum) showing symbiosis with green algae
Yellow-spotted salamander eggs (Ambystoma maculatum) showing symbiosis with green algae
Butterflies
Butterflies
African Wild dogs or Cape hunting dogs (Lycaon pictus) at close range taken from ground level
African Wild dogs or Cape hunting dogs (Lycaon pictus) at close range taken from ground level

+

Shipping

+

Choices

+

Reviews

+

Guaranteed