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Curtis British Entomology Plate 550
Coleoptera: Acalles roboris (Oak Achalles Weevil) [Plant: Lobelia urens (Acrid Lobelia)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Butterflies Butterfly Coleoptera Curtis Entomology Ledipotera Lobelia Weevil
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This exquisite piece showcases Curtis British Entomology Plate 550, featuring the Oak Achalles Weevil (Acalles roboris) in its intricate glory, perched atop the vibrant Acrid Lobelia (Lobelia urens). Drawn from the esteemed archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, this detailed illustration dates back to 1824-39. Bring the elegance of the past into your modern home or workspace with our museum-quality prints, each meticulously reproduced to preserve the original's intricate details and vivid colors. Elevate your décor and ignite your imagination with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 31.7cm x 53.3cm (12.5" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 stunning and intricately detailed print is a beautiful example of early entomological illustration, featuring the Oak Achalles Weevil, Acalles roboris, and its host plant, Lobelia urens, or Acrid Lobelia. The illustration is taken from John Curtis's seminal work, "British Entomology," published between 1824 and 1839. The Coleoptera section of this comprehensive work was overseen by the renowned entomologist, Thomas Say, and the illustrations were produced by the skilled hand of Ledipotera, the pseudonym for the talented artist and engraver, William Sharp Macleay. The Oak Achalles Weevil is a small, brown weevil, measuring just a few millimeters in length. It is a native of Europe and is commonly found on oak trees, particularly those in woodland habitats. The adult weevils feed on the leaves of their host plants, while the larvae bore into the wood, creating galleries that can weaken and even kill the tree if numbers are high. The Acrid Lobelia, also known as the Trailing Lobelia, is a small, herbaceous plant that is native to Africa and is now widely cultivated as an ornamental plant. It is a popular choice for gardens due to its attractive, trailing habit and vibrant, blue-violet flowers. The plant is a member of the Campanulaceae family and is often used in traditional medicine for its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. This exquisite print provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of the Oak Achalles Weevil and the Acrid Lobelia, capturing their intricate details and showcasing the exceptional skill of the illustrator and engraver. The illustration is a testament to the importance of early natural history records and the role they play in our understanding of the natural world.
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