Poster Print : Actias luna, emperor moth
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Actias luna, emperor moth
A green swallow tailed emperor moth with the liquid amber or sweet gum plant (Liquidambar styraciflua) by John Abbot (1751-1840)
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18th Century Abbot Arthropod Arthropoda Caterpillar Emperor Moth Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta John Abbot Lepidoptera Lepidopteran Moth Saturniid Saturniidae Saturniinae Saturnine Actias Actias Luna Invertebrata Luna Moth
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Bring the enchanting world of nature into your home or office with Media Storehouse's range of stunning poster prints. This particular design showcases the breathtaking beauty of the Actias luna, also known as the emperor moth. The moth's vibrant green wings, adorned with intricate gold markings, are captured in exquisite detail against the backdrop of the Liquidambar styraciflua, or sweet gum tree. The tree's distinctive burgundy and yellow leaves add a pop of color to the design, making it an eye-catching addition to any space. Printed on high-quality, durable paper, this poster is sure to impress with its vivid colors and crisp details. Order yours today and bring a touch of the natural world into your everyday life."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 54.2cm (16.5" x 21.3")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite 18th century illustration by John Abbot showcases the stunning beauty of the Actias luna, commonly known as the Luna moth or the Green Swallowtail Emperor moth. The moth is depicted gracefully perched on the leaves of the Liquidambar styraciflua, also known as the Sweet Gum tree. John Abbot's meticulous attention to detail brings out the intricate patterns and vibrant colors of this magnificent Lepidopteran invertebrate. The Actias luna is a large moth belonging to the Saturniidae family, which is known for its distinctive long, green wings with yellow spots and black markings. The moth's caterpillar stage is equally impressive, with its bright green body and distinctive white, red, and black stripes. The Luna moth is native to North America and is often found in deciduous forests. It is known for its short adult life span, which lasts only a few days, during which time it does not eat and spends most of its time mating and laying eggs. John Abbot was an English natural history illustrator who worked during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His work was widely published in various natural history books and journals of the time. This illustration is a testament to his skill and dedication to accurately depicting the natural world around him. The Liquidambar styraciflua, or Sweet Gum tree, is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States and Central America. It is known for its distinctive star-shaped leaves and sticky resin, which was historically used for various medicinal and industrial purposes. This illustration not only showcases the beauty of the Actias luna and the Liquidambar styraciflua but also provides a glimpse into the natural history of these fascinating organisms and the talented artist who captured their essence over two centuries ago.
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