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Guava Psidium guineense hairy larva species Podalia
Guava (Psidium guineense) with hairy larva species of Podalia or Megalopyge, and larva and pupa of tobacco hawk moth (Manduca sexta)

World Map. A Dutch edition of Guillaume De L Isles double hemisphere map of the World first published in Paris in 1720. It includes marked routes of major explorers

Banana tree flower Musa paradisiaca io moth Automeris liberia
Banana tree flower (Musa paradisiaca) with io moth (Automeris liberia), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten, Merian, Maria Sibylla

Branch cassava Manihot esculenta rustic sphinx
Branch of a cassava (Manihot esculenta) with rustic sphinx (Manduca rustica), larva and pupa of tetrio sphinx (Pseudosphinx tetrio) and garden tree-boa (Corallus enhydris)

Branch pomegranate tree blue morpho butterfly
Branch of a pomegranate tree with blue morpho butterfly (Morpho menelaus) and larva of banded sphinx (Eumorpha fasciata), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen

Branch swamp immortelle Erythrina fusca saturniid moth
Branch of a swamp immortelle (Erythrina fusca) with saturniid moth (Arsenura armida) and larvae of an unknown species, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der

Pineapple Ananas comosus metamorphosis bamboo page
Pineapple (Ananas comosus) with metamorphosis of bamboo page (Philaethria dido) and twice-stabbed lady bird beetle (Chilocorus cacti)

Belly-ache bush Jatropha gossypifolia metamorphosis
Belly-ache bush (Jatropha gossypifolia) with metamorphosis of a giant sphinx moth (Cocytius antaeus), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche

Parrot flower Heliconia psittacorum leaves sweet potato
Parrot flower (Heliconia psittacorum) and leaves of sweet potato plant (Ipomoea batatus) with member of the mesquite bug (Pachylis pharanois) and larvae of an unidentified species of Eucleidae

Peacock flower Caesalpinia pulcherrima metamorphosis
Peacock flower (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) and metamorphosis of tobacco hawk moth (Manduca sexta), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten

Branch genip tree Genipa americana South American
Branch of a genip tree (Genipa americana) with South American palm weevil (Rhynchophorus palmarum), unknown hairy larva (species of Megalopygidae), and bee (Eulema cingulata)

Thistle- plant Solanum stramoniifolium moth Automeris species
Thistle-like plant (Solanum stramoniifolium) with moth of the Automeris species, Molippa nibasa moth, and unidentified larva

Branch pomegranate tree Punica granatum blue morpho
Branch of a pomegranate tree (Punica granatum) with blue morpho butterfly (Morpho menelaus) and larva of banded sphinx (Eumorpha fasciata)

Engraved title Maria Sybilla Meriaen de voortteeling
Engraved title, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten, Merian, Maria Sibylla, 1647-1717, Ottens, Frederik, Transfer engraving

Surinam caiman Paleosuchus palpebrosus biting
Surinam caiman (probably Paleosuchus palpebrosus) biting South American false coral snake (Anilius scytale), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der

Branch cotton tree flower Gossypium barbadense
Branch of a cotton tree in flower (Gossypium barbadense), with butterfly (Helicopis cupido), and metamorphosis of moth of Hypercompe species, De Europische insecten, Merian, Maria Sibylla, 1647-1717

Pomelo shaddock Citrus maxima metamorphosis moth
Pomelo or shaddock (Citrus maxima) with metamorphosis of moth (Urania leilus), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten, Merian

Branch fig tree Ficus carica metamorphosis fig sphinx
Branch of a fig tree (Ficus carica) with metamorphosis of fig sphinx (Pachylia ficus), and Pachylia syces moth, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der

Moonflower Ipomoea alba Passalus interruptus
Moonflower (Ipomoea alba) with Passalus interruptus beetle and jewel beettle (Euchroma gigantea), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten

Branch cassava Manihot esculenta black tegu lizard
Branch of a cassava (Manihot esculenta) with black tegu or lizard (Tupinambis nigropunctatus) and white peacock butterfly (Anartia jatrophae)

Blue morpho butterfly Morpho menelaus larva pupa
Blue morpho butterfly (Morpho menelaus), larva and pupa of an unidentified species, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten, Merian

Musaceae plant Heliconia acuminata metamorphosis
Musaceae plant (Heliconia acuminata) with metamorphosis of southern armyworm (Spodoptera eridania), unidentified moth, and flying wasp

Water hyacinth Eichhornia crassipes giant water
Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) with giant water bugs (Lethocerus grandis), veined tree-frog (Phrynohyas venulosa), tadpoles, and eggs

Cardinal guard flower Pachystachys coccinea owl butterfly
Cardinals guard flower (Pachystachys coccinea) with owl butterfly (Caligo idomeneus) and unidentified larva, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der

Branch sweet orange tree Citrus sinensis metamorphosis
Branch of sweet orange tree (Citrus sinensis) with metamorphosis of Rothschildia hesperus moth, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten

Jesuit missions to China, 17th century C016 / 8929
Jesuit missions to China. 17th-century artwork showing Jesuit scholars that carried out missionary work in China. The founders of the Society of Jesus were Francis Xavier (upper left)

Kirchers book on optics, 1671 edition
Kirchers book on optics. Title page of the 1671 edition of Ars Magna Lucis et Umbrae (The Great Art of Light and Darkness) by the German Jesuit scholar Athanasius Kircher (circa 1601-1680)

Kirchers book on geology, 1678 edition
Kirchers book on geology. Title page of the 1678 edition of Mundus Subterraneus (Subterranean World) by the German Jesuit scholar Athanasius Kircher (circa 1601-1680)

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"Dutch Edition: A Glimpse into the World's Exploration and Natural Wonders" Step into the world of exploration with this Dutch edition of Guillaume De L Isles' double hemisphere map of the World. Originally published in Paris in 1720, this unique version from the second half of the 18th century showcases new geographical knowledge that was unknown at the time of its original publication. Embark on a visual journey as you trace marked routes of major explorers across continents and oceans. Discover their courageous expeditions that shaped our understanding of the world we live in today. Delve deeper into nature's wonders as you explore intricate illustrations capturing diverse species and their metamorphoses. From a guava Psidium guineense hairy larva to a banana tree flower Musa paradisiaca io moth, each image unveils an enchanting story hidden within. Marvel at the rustic sphinx perched on a branch cassava Manihot esculenta or witness a blue morpho butterfly fluttering around a pomegranate tree branch. The swamp immortelle Erythrina fusca hosts an elegant saturniid moth while ananas comosus undergoes metamorphosis alongside bamboo pages. Uncover intriguing connections between flora and fauna as belly-ache bush Jatropha gossypifolia transforms before your eyes. Parrot flowers Heliconia psittacorum intertwine with leaves sweet potato, creating a vibrant tapestry for all to admire. Meanwhile, Caesalpinia pulcherrima reveals its stunning beauty through metamorphosis akin to peacock feathers unfolding. Immerse yourself in South American landscapes by exploring branches adorned with genip trees Genipa americana while admiring thistle-plants Solanum stramoniifolium hosting Automeris species moths. This Dutch edition is not just another map; it is an invitation to embark on an extraordinary journey through time and nature.