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Feverfew, Tanacetum parthenium, with moth
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Feverfew, Tanacetum parthenium, with moth
Feverfew, Tanacetum parthenium, with moth, caterpillar and pupa, CXX. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Maria Sibylla Merian from De Europischen Insecten, J.F. Bernard, Amsterdam. 1730. Reprint of Der Raupen wunderbare Verwandelung and sonderbare Blumennahrung
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Amsterdam Bernard Caterpillar Entomology Feverfew Maria Merian Moth Pupa Sibylla Tanacetum Insecten
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving by the renowned naturalist Maria Sibylla Merian depicts the intricate relationship between Feverfew, Tanacetum parthenium, and its associated moths. The image, titled "CXX. Feverfew with moth, caterpillar and pupa," is taken from Merian's seminal work "De Europischen Insecten," published in Amsterdam by J.F. Bernard in 1730. Merian's meticulous observation and documentation of the natural world were groundbreaking, and this engraving is a testament to her dedication and skill. The Feverfew plant is shown in full bloom, its white flowers surrounded by delicate, feathery leaves. A moth, with its wings spread wide, can be seen perched on one of the flower heads. Beneath the plant, a caterpillar and pupa are depicted, illustrating the moth's life cycle. Merian's work was influential in the fields of botany and entomology, and this engraving is a prime example of her ability to capture the beauty and complexity of the natural world. The intricate details of the plant and insects are rendered with remarkable accuracy, making this a valuable resource for scientific study as well as an aesthetic delight. The hand-coloring adds an additional layer of depth and richness to the image, making it a visually stunning representation of the relationship between Feverfew and its associated moths. This engraving is a testament to Merian's artistic and scientific achievements and remains an important historical document in the fields of natural history and natural science.
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