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Engraved title Maria Sybilla Meriaen de voortteeling
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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, hand-colored, 1719, From Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium (Insects of Suriname), Dutch edition
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1647 1717 1719 De Voortteeling Dutch Edition Frederik Hand Colored Insecten Insects Maria Sibylla Maria Sybilla Meriaen Merian Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinaemsche Suriname Surinamensium Transfer Engraving Veranderingen Wonderbaerlyke
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This print showcases the engraved title of Maria Sybilla Meriaen's renowned work, "Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten" (On the Generation and Miraculous Transformations of Surinamese Insects). Created by Frederik Ottens in 1719, this transfer engraving is meticulously hand-colored, adding a touch of vibrancy to the intricate details. Maria Sybilla Merian, an influential naturalist and artist from the 17th century, dedicated her life to studying insects and their metamorphoses. Her groundbreaking observations are beautifully depicted in this Dutch edition titled "Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium" (Insects of Suriname), which remains a significant contribution to entomology. The engraved title itself exudes elegance with its delicate script and ornate design. It serves as a gateway into Merian's world of scientific exploration and artistic brilliance. As we gaze upon it, we can't help but imagine the wonders that lie within the pages of her remarkable book. This print captures not only a historical artifact but also symbolizes human curiosity and our endless fascination with nature's mysteries. It reminds us that even centuries ago, individuals like Maria Sybilla Merian were driven by an insatiable desire to understand and document the wonders surrounding them. As we admire this piece from Liszt Collection, let us appreciate both its aesthetic beauty and intellectual
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