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Josephs coat moth, Agarista agricola
Josephs coat moth, Agarista agricola (Painted agarista, Agarista picta). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1814
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Agricola Elford Entomology Josephs Leach Miscellany Moth Nodder Picta Polydore Zoological
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Joseph's Coat Moth, Agarista agricola, also known as the Painted Agarista or Agarista picta. The image was meticulously drawn and engraved by the skilled hand of Richard Polydore Nodder, and published in William Elford Leach's Zoological Miscellany in 1814. The Joseph's Coat Moth is a beautiful and intriguing insect, native to the Mediterranean region. Its name derives from the biblical story of Joseph's multi-colored coat, as the moth's wings bear a striking resemblance to the pattern of colors on the coat. The wings of the moth are adorned with intricate patterns of black, white, and gold, creating a stunning visual display. The engraving captures the moth in a lifelike pose, with its wings spread wide and its body curled up in the center. The delicate veining on the wings and the fine details of the moth's body are rendered with remarkable precision and accuracy. The use of hand-coloring adds an additional layer of beauty and depth to the image, bringing out the vibrant colors and intricate patterns of the moth's wings. This engraving is an excellent example of the high-quality illustrations produced during the 19th century, when natural history was a popular area of scientific exploration and discovery. The intricate details and beautiful colors of the Joseph's Coat Moth, as depicted in this engraving, continue to captivate and inspire appreciation for the natural world today.
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