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Various Scarabaeus sp
Watercolour and ink from Drawings of Mandibulata Insects of India, Thomas Hardwicke Collection; 1822 Date: 1822
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Media ID 14238340
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Arthropod Arthropoda Beetle Coleoptera Comparative Hardwicke Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Scarab Scarab Beetle Scarabaeid Scarabaeidae Scarabaeus Side View Thomas Hardwicke Collection Watercolor Dung Beetle Invertebrata Scarabaeinae
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.7cm x 24.4cm (7.8" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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
1. Title: "A Gathering of Scarabaeus Beetles: An Exquisite Watercolour and Ink Illustration from the Thomas Hardwicke Collection (1822)" This watercolour and ink illustration, dated 1822, showcases a vibrant and intriguing assembly of various Scarabaeus beetles from the Thomas Hardwicke Collection. The image, a testament to the rich natural history of India, is a stunning example of the meticulous detail and artistry of the early 19th century. The Scarabaeus beetles, commonly known as dung beetles, are part of the large and diverse Scarabaeidae family within the order Coleoptera (beetles). These hexapod invertebrates, with their distinctive elongated, oval bodies and six legs, are renowned for their essential role in the ecosystem as decomposers and recyclers. In this illustration, we find several Scarabaeus species, including Scarabaeus pactolus and Scarabaeus taurus, depicted in side view. The former, known as the Pactolus scarab or Tumble-turd beetle, is characterized by its large, rounded hind legs, used for rolling dung balls. The latter, the common or large dung beetle, is easily recognized by its impressive horns, which are used for both defense and digging. The watercolour and ink technique employed in this illustration highlights the intricate textures and patterns on the beetles' exoskeletons, while the side view perspective provides a unique and informative perspective of their anatomy. The historical significance of this illustration lies in its inclusion in the Thomas Hardwicke Collection, which was a pioneering effort to document the diverse insect fauna of India during the British colonial period. This beautiful and educational illustration is a must-see for anyone interested in the natural world, comparative anatomy, or the history of biological illustration.
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