Photo Mug : Maria Merian, German naturalist
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Maria Merian, German naturalist
Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717), German naturalist. Born in Frankfurt, Germany, daughter of a Swiss engraver, Merian was both a botanical illustrator and naturalist. Between 1675 and 1680, she published three books, with hand-coloured engravings, on plants and caterpillars and their life cycle. She also studied and described the life cycles of 186 insect species. She was dismissed by the scientific establishment for not writing in Latin. From 1699 to 1701 she travelled to and worked in Surinam, discovering and classifying many unknown plants and animals. Her classifications and illustrations are still used by botanists and museums
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Photo Mug
Brighten up your mornings with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug, featuring the captivating image of Maria Sibylla Merian, the renowned German naturalist. This high-quality mug showcases Merian's portrait, taken from the Science Photo Library, adding a touch of inspiration and knowledge to your daily brew. Perfect for nature lovers, scientists, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of the natural world, this mug is not only functional but also a beautiful work of art.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.5cm high x 8cm diameter (3.7" x 3.1")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Maria Sibylla Merian, a remarkable German naturalist whose contributions to botany and entomology remain influential to this day. Born in Frankfurt in 1647, she was the daughter of a Swiss engraver and possessed both artistic talent and scientific curiosity. Merian defied societal norms by publishing three books between 1675 and 1680, featuring meticulously hand-colored engravings depicting plants, caterpillars, and their life cycles. Despite her groundbreaking work studying and describing the life cycles of 186 insect species, Merian faced criticism from the scientific establishment for not writing in Latin. Undeterred by these setbacks, she embarked on an extraordinary journey to Surinam from 1699 to 1701. During her time there, she made numerous discoveries of unknown plants and animals while diligently classifying them. Merian's classifications and illustrations continue to be utilized by botanists and museums worldwide. Her legacy as a pioneering female scientist endures through her invaluable contributions to our understanding of nature's intricacies. This print serves as a testament to Maria Sibylla Merian's unwavering dedication to scientific research during the late 17th century. It captures her profound impact on botanical illustration, entomology studies, plant classification, insect classification, metamorphosis research - all areas that have shaped modern biology. Science Photo Library proudly presents this historical artwork that immortalizes one woman's passion for exploring the wonders of nature despite facing adversity within male-dominated fields. Let us celebrate Maria Sibylla Merian as an inspiration for future generations of scientists seeking knowledge about our world's diverse flora and fauna.
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