19th Century kit for Collecting Insects
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19th Century kit for Collecting Insects
Colour plate by W. Spry in " Instructions for Collecting, Rearing, and Preserving British and Foreign Insects" by Abel Ingpen. Published by William Smith, London. Second edition 1839. The first edition emerged in 1827 when Darwin was at his most fanatical in insect collecting at Cambridge. For him and fellow beetle collector Leonard Jenyns this book remained a valuable guide
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© This image is Paul D. Stewart 2009. Do not reproduce without permission of the photographer at Stewartpauld@aol.com
Beagle Cambridge Collecting Collection Collector Darwin Entomologist Student University Aurelian Butterfly Net Jenyns
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a 19th-century kit for collecting insects, as depicted in a vibrant color plate by W. Spry. The illustration comes from the renowned book "Instructions for Collecting, Rearing, and Preserving British and Foreign Insects" authored by Abel Ingpen and published by William Smith in London. This second edition was released in 1839, while its initial publication occurred in 1827 when Charles Darwin himself was deeply engrossed in insect collecting during his time at Cambridge University. For Darwin and his fellow beetle enthusiast Leonard Jenyns, this invaluable guidebook served as an indispensable companion throughout their entomological pursuits. As they embarked on their scientific journeys aboard the HMS Beagle, this comprehensive manual provided them with essential knowledge on capturing and preserving various species of insects. The artwork beautifully captures the essence of this historical era, showcasing an array of meticulously crafted tools used by these passionate collectors. Amongst them is a butterfly net - an iconic symbol of entomology - which played a pivotal role in capturing delicate specimens for further study. Paul D. Stewart's expertly captured photograph transports us back to the early days of scientific exploration at Cambridge University. It serves as both a testament to the dedication exhibited by these pioneering students and as a reminder of how far our understanding of entomology has come since then.
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