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Illustration, Pieridae
Illustration, Pieridae -- Colias Palaeno, Colias Phicomone, Colias Hylae, Colias Edusa. The plants are Sainfoin (Onobrychis Sativa and Coronilla Varia) and Purple Clover (Trifolium Pratense). Date: 1898
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1898 Branches Butterflies Butterfly Clover Colias Markings Moth Moths Pieridae Pratense Purple Sativa Trifolium Varia Wing Wings Coronilla Onobrychis Sainfoin
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning illustration, dated 1898, captures the beauty and intricacy of the Pieridae family of butterflies and moths, specifically the species Colias Palaeno, Phicomone, Hylae, and Edusa, perched gracefully on the branches of Sainfoin (Onobrychis Sativa and Coronilla Varia) and Purple Clover (Trifolium Pratense). The late Victorian era, with its fascination for the natural world, is reflected in the meticulous detail and artistry of this illustration. The Pieridae family, also known as the "Yellow" or "Sulphur" butterflies and moths, are characterized by their bright yellow or orange wings with black markings. In this illustration, we see the delicate wings of Colias Palaeno, Phicomone, Hylae, and Edusa spread wide, revealing their distinctive patterns. The wings of Colias Palaeno, for instance, display a striking black border and a central orange band, while Colias Phicomone boasts a series of black spots along the edges of its wings. The plants in the illustration, Sainfoin and Purple Clover, were popular choices for naturalistic compositions during the late 1800s. Sainfoin, a leguminous plant, was valued for its ability to improve soil quality and was often used for grazing livestock. Purple Clover, on the other hand, was prized for its attractive purple flowers and its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil. This illustration is a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world, as well as the artistic skill and dedication of the naturalists and illustrators of the late 1800s. It invites us to appreciate the intricate details of these butterflies and moths, as well as the importance of the plants that sustain them.
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