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East African sunset moth, Chrysiridia croesus
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East African sunset moth, Chrysiridia croesus
East African sunset moth, Chrysiridia croesus. (Labeled as Prometheus sunset moth, Chrysiridia prometheus, Urania prometheus Urania prometeo). Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century
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1837 Antoine Croesus Delle Dictionary Dizionario Florence Francois Ichthyology Jussieu Laurent Moth Naturali Parrotfish Pierre Scarus Scienze Stipple Sunset Turpin
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving depicts the East African Sunset Moth, Chrysiridia croesus, also known as the Prometheus Sunset Moth or the Urania Prometheus. The intricate illustration was created in 1837 as part of Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, or Dictionary of Natural Sciences, published in Florence, Italy. The moth is depicted in exquisite detail, its vibrant orange and black wings spread wide against a backdrop of the African savannah. The artist, Jean Gabriel Pretre, captured the moth's unique beauty with remarkable accuracy, while Corsi's skilled engraving brought the image to life. The illustration was directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, a renowned French botanical illustrator of the 19th century. Interestingly, the East African Sunset Moth is not native to Africa but was likely misidentified due to its striking resemblance to certain marine creatures. The moth's wings bear a striking resemblance to the fins of a Parrotfish, such as the Scarus taeniopterus or the Chlorurus sordidus, and the Tenioterro scaro, a type of anglerfish. These marine species were also popular subjects of study during the time this illustration was created, leading to the confusion. Despite the misidentification, this engraving remains an impressive testament to the artistry and scientific curiosity of the time. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the moth's wings to life, making it a captivating addition to any natural history collection.
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