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Velvety Bark Beetles, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
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Velvety Bark Beetles, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999586 Velvety Bark Beetles, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA, 1833-39, published by Felix Edouard Guerin-Meneville
SchwarzkAafer, KAafer, Stahlstich, 19tes Jahrhundert, Illustration, Tiere, Insekten
Pimelies
Penthe pimelia); ePurix Verlag Volker Christen; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22744398
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This coloured engraving titled "Velvety Bark Beetles, 1833-39" takes us back to the 19th century, showcasing the intricate beauty of nature's smallest creatures. Created by an anonymous French artist and published in Felix Edouard Guerin-Meneville's "Dictionnaire pittoresque d'histoire naturelle et des phénomènes de la nature" this print is a testament to the era's fascination with scientific exploration. The image features two velvety bark beetles, meticulously rendered with stunning detail. Their iridescent bodies shimmer against the dark background, highlighting their unique textures and patterns. The artist skillfully captures every minute aspect of these insects, from their delicate wings to their slender antennae. These beetles belong to the Pimelies genus, specifically identified as Penthe pimelia. While they may appear small and insignificant at first glance, this engraving reminds us that even the tiniest creatures possess extraordinary beauty worth admiring. Preserved within a private collection and now made available through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, this artwork allows us to appreciate both its artistic merit and its scientific significance. It serves as a visual time capsule that transports us back to an era when natural history was being documented and celebrated through exquisite engravings like this one. Whether you are an art enthusiast or a lover of all things natural history-related, this print offers a glimpse into the past while reminding us of the
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