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Mantis, leaf insect, stick insect, etc
European mantis, Mantis religiosa 1, leaf insect, Phyllium siccifolium 2, stick insect, Phasma gigas 3, dusky cockroach, Ectobius lapponicus 4, and earwig, Forficula parallela 5. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Verico, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century
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1837 Antoine Delle Dictionary Dizionario Edible Florence Francois Jussieu Laurent Mantis Naturali Obovata Pierre Scienze Stick Stipple Turpin Vegetable Spoonleaf
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving, titled "Mantide, Phyllium, Phasma, Ectobius, Forficula," is a remarkable illustration from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The illustration was drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and engraved by Verico under the direction of Pierre Jean Francois Turpin, a renowned French botanical illustrator of the 19th century. The illustration showcases an intriguing assembly of European insects, including the European mantis (Mantis religiosa, 1), the leaf insect (Phyllium siccifolium, 2), the stick insect (Phasma gigas, 3), the dusky cockroach (Ectobius lapponicus, 4), and the earwig (Forficula parallela, 5). Each insect is depicted with remarkable detail and accuracy, revealing their unique morphological features. The European mantis, with its distinctive praying pose, is shown in the center, surrounded by the other insects. The leaf insect, with its camouflaged appearance, is depicted on a twig, while the stick insect is shown in a curled position, perfectly mimicking a dead twig. The dusky cockroach and the earwig, with their distinctive shapes and characteristics, are also accurately represented. This illustration is a testament to the meticulous work of Turpin and his collaborators, who dedicated their time and expertise to documenting the natural world. The intricate stipple engraving technique used in this illustration adds to its beauty and depth, making it a valuable addition to any collection of historical botanical and zoological records.
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