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Plate 27: Two Moths, Two Chyrsalides, and Other Insects, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
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Plate 27: Two Moths, Two Chyrsalides, and Other Insects, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Plate 27: Two Moths, Two Chyrsalides, and Other Insects, c. 1575/1580
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Plate 27 - Two Moths, Two Chrysalides, and Other Insects,
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is a stunning and intricately detailed illustration by the renowned 16th-century Flemish artist Joris Hoefnagel. This masterpiece, created around 1575-1580, is a watercolor and gouache drawing on vellum, framed within an ornate gold oval border. The illustration showcases an array of exquisitely rendered insects, including two moths and two chrysalides, or pupae, in various stages of transformation. The larger moth in the center is an Eyed Hawk Moth (Smerinthus ocellatus), with its distinctive large, round eyespots on its wings. The smaller moth to the right is a Cabbage White Butterfly (Pieris rapae), easily identified by its white wings with black markings. The chrysalides, or pupae, are those of a Swallowtail Butterfly (Papilionidae family) and a Dragonfly (Anisoptera order). This illustration is a testament to Hoefnagel's exceptional skill and his deep understanding of the natural world. The meticulous attention to detail and the vibrant, lifelike colors bring these insects to life, transporting us to a time when the wonders of nature were a source of endless fascination. Hoefnagel, also known as Georg Hoefnagel or Georg Houfnagel, was a prominent artist, naturalist, and scholar of his time. His work was greatly influenced by the scientific discoveries of the Renaissance period and reflects the growing interest in the study of natural history. This illustration is now part of the prestigious collection at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., and serves as a reminder of the rich artistic and scientific heritage of Europe during the sixteenth century.
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