Maple prominent and heart moth

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Maple prominent and heart moth

Maple prominent, Ptilodon cucullina 1 and heart moth, Dicycla oo 2-5. Phalaena Bombyx cuculla. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, Erlangen, 1786

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Abbildungen Bock Bombyx Butterfly Carl Caterpillar Christoph Emerald Entomology Esper Eugenius Heart Hook Johann Larva Lepidoptera Maple Metamorphosis Moth Nach Natur Prominent Pupa Scalloped Schmetterlinge

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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Johann Carl Bock for Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers' Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur (The Butterflies in Representations according to Nature), published in Erlangen in 1786, showcases some of the most intricately detailed illustrations of Maple Prominent (Ptilodon cucullina 1) and Heart Moths (Dicycla oo 2-5) ever produced during the era of natural history exploration. The Maple Prominent, with its prominent maple-like markings on its wings, is depicted perched on a delicate leaf, while the Heart Moths, with their distinctive heart-shaped spots, are shown in various stages of their life cycle, including as caterpillars and pupae. The engraving also includes representations of other moths, such as the Phalaena Bombyx cuculla, with its scalloped edges and hooked tip, and various species of the genera Campaea, Margaritaria, Falcaria, Lacertinaria, Falcatae, and Sesquistiataria. The intricate details of the moths' wings, bodies, and other features are beautifully rendered, showcasing the skill and artistry of Bock's engraving techniques. This illustration is an essential addition to any collection of historical entomology or natural history, providing a glimpse into the natural world as it was understood during the late 18th century. The metamorphosis of these insects from caterpillar to pupa to adult is a testament to the beauty and complexity of nature, and this engraving serves as a reminder of the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations to appreciate and learn from.

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