Cetonia Collection

Lackey moth, Malacosoma neustria, white ermine, Spilosoma lubricepeda, and rose beetle, Cetonia aurata, on a rose bush
FLO4638713 Lackey moth, Malacosoma neustria, white ermine, Spilosoma lubricepeda, and rose beetle, Cetonia aurata, on a rose bush, Rosa centifolia

Rose chafer (Cetonia aurata) feeding on Rock rose (Cistus x hybridus) pollen. Cuts in petals where chafers legs were inserted to prevent it from falling off. In garden, Surrey, England, UK. June

Ground beetle, scarab and cockchafer
Dytiscus bimaculatus 1, scarab 2, cockchafer, Melolontha melolontha 3, Cantharis beetle 4, Carabus sexpunciatus 5 and Omophron limbatum 6

Calligraphic title and vignette of beehive with bees
Title page with calligraphic title and vignette of beehive with bees. Handcoloured stipple engraving by Pancrace Bessa from Charles Malos Les Insectes, The Insects, Louis Janet, Paris, 1820

Flower beetle and other exotic beetles
Flower beetle, Mecynorrhinella torquata 1, Agrilinus rufus 2, Rutela lineola 3, and Macraspis cincta 4. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Rose beetle, Cetonia aurata, on a tulip. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and etched by Jacob l Admiral in Naauwkeurige Waarneemingen omtrent de veranderingen van veele Insekten

Curtis British Entomology Plate 374
Coleoptera: Cetonia stictica (Spotted Chafer. A Mainland-European species) [Plant: Rosa canina (Dog Rose)] Date: 1824-39

Dartmouth Regatta (engraving)
1053118 Dartmouth Regatta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dartmouth Regatta)

The Metamorphoses of the Rose Beetle, Cetonia aurata (engraving)
5224667 The Metamorphoses of the Rose Beetle, Cetonia aurata (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Metamorphoses of the Rose Beetle, Cetonia aurata)

Eldorado
Thierry Dufour

Rose chafer (Cetonia aurata) feeding on Caucasian peony (Paeonia mlokosewitschii) pollen. Surrey, England, UK. May

The beautiful schooner Cetonia making good headway, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The beautiful schooner Cetonia making good headway, 1911

The schooner Cetonia under way, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The schooner Cetonia under way, 1911

Picture No. 10886886
Rose Chafer - feeding on umbellifer flowers (Cetonia aurata) Date:

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"Cetonia: A Fascinating World of Beetles, Flowers, and Adventure" Step into the enchanting world of Cetonia, where Rose chafers (Cetonia aurata) gracefully feed on the vibrant Rock rose (Cistus x hybridus) pollen. These magnificent beetles share their habitat with an array of other captivating insects like ground beetles, scarabs, and cockchafers. As you explore this mesmerizing realm, a calligraphic title and vignette of a beehive with buzzing bees catches your eye. The intricate details in Curtis British Entomology Plate 374 showcase the beauty and diversity of flower beetles alongside exotic species that leave you awestruck. Intriguing engravings depict the Metamorphoses of the Rose Beetle, Cetonia aurata - a testament to nature's awe-inspiring transformations. Dartmouth Regatta engraving transports you to an era filled with maritime adventures as you imagine sailing aboard Eldorado or witnessing The beautiful schooner Cetonia making good headway in 1911. The sight of the majestic schooner Cetonia under way further ignites your imagination. Created by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, it symbolizes both elegance and resilience against turbulent waves. Amidst this visual journey through time and nature's wonders lies another breathtaking moment – a Rose chafer (Cetonia aurata) delicately savoring Caucasian peony (Paeonia mlokosewitschii) pollen. This harmonious interaction between beetle and flower reminds us of nature's delicate balance. Whether admiring botanical illustrations or envisioning grand seafaring escapades, Cetonia captivates our senses with its rich tapestry woven from entomological marvels and nautical dreams. Step into this extraordinary world where beauty thrives in every corner – from fluttering wings to billowing sails – and let your imagination take flight.