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Canvas Print : Larva of the Hemerobius lacewing in lichen, and mites
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Larva of the Hemerobius lacewing in lichen, and mites
Larva of the Hemerobius (lacewing) clothed in lichen, with mite, Acarus amictus and little basket mite, Acarus corbicula. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Sowerby from The British Miscellany, or Coloured figures of new, rare, or little known animal subjects, London, 1804
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Media ID 23203860
© Florilegius/Mary Evans
Figures Lacewing Larva Lichen Miscellany Mite Rare Sowerby Corbicula
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the wonders of the natural world into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating print features a beautifully detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving by James Sowerby, showcasing the intricate world of the Hemerobius lacewing larva, clothed in lichen, and its tiny companions, the mites Acarus amictus and Acarus corbicula. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original at Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Add a touch of natural beauty and intrigue to any room with this stunning piece of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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 hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by the renowned natural history illustrator James Sowerby in 1804, showcases the intricate world of the larva of the Hemerobius lacewing, surrounded by lichen and two species of mites, Acarus amictus and Acarus corbicula. The delicate lacewing larva, with its distinctive elongated body and piercing mandibles, is seen here camouflaged among the intricately textured lichen, providing an excellent example of cryptic adaptation. The tiny mites, Acarus amictus and Acarus corbicula, are depicted in close proximity to the larva, highlighting the complex web of interactions that exist between different organisms in their natural habitats. Sowerby's meticulous attention to detail and use of vibrant colors bring these minuscule creatures to life, offering a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the natural world that existed long before the advent of modern photography. This engraving is an invaluable contribution to the field of zoology and natural history, providing a record of species that may have since become rare or even extinct. The intricate interplay of the lacewing larva and its mite companions, set against the backdrop of the lichen-covered surface, is a testament to the beauty and complexity of nature that continues to inspire and captivate us today.
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