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Bees and beehive, 17th century artwork
Bees and beehive, 17th century artwork. Bees are social insects that form colonies around a queen bee. They gather nectar and pollen to feed their larvae, also producing honey. This honey is harvested by beekeepers. This is a simple form of beehive, known as a skep, and made of straw. This is a woodcut from a book by the English naturalist and physician Thomas Muffet (1553-1604). The book was titled Insectorum sive minimorum animalium theatrum (Theatre of Insects), and was published in London in 1634
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1600s 17th Century Apiary Apiculture Bee Hive Bees Entomological Flight Flying Hive Insecta Insects Natural History Winged 1634 Mono Chrome Skep
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the enchanting Bees and Beehive, 17th century artwork poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This captivating piece, sourced from Science Photo Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of bees as they went about their business centuries ago. With intricate details showcasing the industrious bees at work and the intricate design of their beehive, this poster is a must-have for nature lovers, educators, and anyone with an appreciation for history and art. Transport yourself back in time and bring the charm of the past into your home or office space.
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 50.8cm (16.5" x 20")
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.
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This 17th century artwork showcases the intricate world of bees and their beehive. Bees, known for their social nature, form colonies centered around a queen bee. In this woodcut from Thomas Muffet's book "Insectorum sive minimorum animalium theatrum" we are transported back in time to witness these industrious creatures at work. The image depicts a simple straw beehive, also known as a skep, which was commonly used during that era. The bees diligently gather nectar and pollen to nourish their larvae while simultaneously producing the golden elixir we know as honey. Beekeepers would harvest this precious substance with great care. This monochrome illustration not only captures the essence of these winged wonders but also serves as an important historical document in zoology and natural history. It offers us a glimpse into the fascinating world of insects and highlights the importance of bees in our ecosystem. As we marvel at this snapshot from centuries past, let us appreciate the delicate balance between humans and nature that has been maintained through practices such as apiculture or beekeeping. This remarkable piece by Thomas Muffet reminds us of the timeless beauty found within biology's smallest creatures – an ode to both artistry and scientific discovery.
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