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Fine Art Print : Curtis British Entomology Plate 718
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 718
Coleoptera: Phytosus spinifer Curtis [Plant: Zannichellia palustris (Horned Pondweed)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Butterflies Butterfly Coleoptera Curtis Entomology Horned Ledipotera Palustris Pondweed
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 718, featuring a Coleoptera beetle species, Phytosus spinifer, gracefully perched atop the Horned Pondweed (Zannichellia palustris). Drawn from the meticulous observations of renowned naturalist Henry Stephenson Curtis and published between 1824 and 1839, this stunning print is now available as a Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Bring the elegance and intricacy of 19th-century natural history into your home or office, and elevate your space with this timeless work of art.
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 32.9cm x 53.3cm (13" 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 print, titled "Coleoptera: Phytosus spinifer" from Curtis's British Entomology, showcases the intricate details of a beetle species (Phytosus spinifer) that once graced the wetlands of 19th-century Britain. The image, published between 1824 and 1839, was meticulously produced under the direction of John Obadiah Westwood, FLS, one of the most prominent naturalists of the time. The beetle is depicted perched atop a delicate specimen of Horned Pondweed (Zannichellia palustris), a common aquatic plant in European wetlands. The plant's distinctive horned structures can be seen in the foreground, adding an element of natural beauty to the composition. The beetle, a member of the family Ledipodidae, is characterized by its elongated, slender body and distinctive antennae, which are adorned with small, spiny projections. The intricate patterns on its elytra (wing cases) and the delicate veining on its wings are also clearly visible in this expertly rendered illustration. This print is an excellent example of the high-quality work produced during the golden age of British entomology. The meticulous attention to detail and the accurate representation of both the beetle and the plant species are a testament to the skill and dedication of the naturalists and illustrators of the time. The 1820s and 1830s were a period of great advancement in the study of entomology, with many new species being discovered and documented. This print is a valuable contribution to the scientific record and a beautiful reminder of the natural wonders that can be found in even the most seemingly ordinary environments.
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