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Framed Print : Plate 15: Three Butterflies and Two Chrysalides, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
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Plate 15: Three Butterflies and Two Chrysalides, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Plate 15: Three Butterflies and Two Chrysalides, c. 1575/1580
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12"x10" Modern Frame
Experience the captivating beauty of nature through the eyes of Joris Hoefnagel with our Framed Print of Plate 15: Three Butterflies and Two Chrysalides. This exquisite artwork, created around 1575/1580, showcases Hoefnagel's exceptional talent as a botanical and natural history illustrator. Witness the intricate details of three butterflies in flight and two chrysalides, meticulously rendered in ink and watercolor. Bring this stunning piece of history into your home or office and let it inspire awe and appreciation for the natural world.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Plate 15: Three Butterflies and Two Chrysalides, c. 1575/1580, is a stunning work of art by the renowned 16th-century Flemish artist Joris Hoefnagel. This exquisite watercolor and gouache drawing on vellum, with an ornate gold oval border, showcases Hoefnagel's exceptional talent for capturing the intricate details of nature. The centerpiece of the composition features three butterflies and two chrysalides, displayed against a lush, green background. The butterflies, identified as a Grayling (Hipparchia semele) and two Satyrini species, are rendered with remarkable accuracy and vibrant color. Their delicate wings, veined and patterned with intricate detail, are a testament to Hoefnagel's mastery of the medium. The chrysalides, or pupae, are equally fascinating, revealing the transformation process from caterpillar to butterfly. The artist's meticulous attention to detail extends to these stages of the insect's life cycle, with the textures and shapes of the chrysalides faithfully represented. This work is a prime example of Hoefnagel's contributions to the fields of natural history and science during the Renaissance period in Europe. As one of the most influential naturalists and illustrators of his time, Hoefnagel's work continues to captivate audiences and inspire artists and scientists alike. Plate 15: Three Butterflies and Two Chrysalides, c. 1575/1580, is currently housed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., where it serves as a valuable addition to the heritage art collection and a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
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