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Illustration, Noctuophalaenidae -- Deltoididae etc
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Illustration, Noctuophalaenidae -- Deltoididae etc
Illustration, Noctuophalaenidae -- Deltoididae -- Chloephoridae -- Erastria Deceptoria, Erastria Fasciana, Emmelia Trabealis, Trothisa Respersa, Trothisa Rosea, Trothisa Purpurina, Herminia Tentacularia, Herminia Derivalis, Halias Prasinana, Chloephora Bicolorana. The plants are Beech (Fagus Sylvatica), Small Bindweed (Convolvulus Arvensis) and Oak (Quercus Pedunculata). Date: 1898
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1898 Arvensis Beech Bindweed Branches Butterflies Butterfly Convolvulus Fagus Markings Moth Moths Pedunculata Quercus Rosea Sylvatica Wing Wings
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning illustration, dated 1898, showcases an enchanting assembly of moths and butterflies from the Noctuophalaenidae, Deltoididae, Chloephoridae, Erastria, Emmelia, Trothisa, Herminia, Halias, and Chloephora families. The intricately detailed depiction captures the unique beauty of each insect, with their distinctive markings and wing patterns. The Noctuophalaenidae and Deltoididae families are represented by the Erastria Deceptoria, Erastria Fasciana, Emmelia Trabealis, and Trothisa Respersa, Rosea, Purpurina. The Chloephoridae family is illustrated through the Herminia Tentacularia, Herminia Derivalis, Halias Prasinana, and Chloephora Bicolorana. The moths and butterflies are depicted in various poses, some resting on the branches of a beech tree (Fagus Sylvatica), while others are in flight, showcasing their impressive wing structures. The small bindweed (Convolvulus Arvensis) and oak tree (Quercus Pedunculata) serve as the perfect backdrop for these exquisite creatures. The late Victorian era, in which this illustration was created, was a time of great fascination with the natural world, and this piece beautifully encapsulates the sense of wonder and appreciation for the intricacies of nature that defined the period. The delicate interplay of light and shadow, the intricate details of the insects' wings and bodies, and the lush greenery of the plants all come together to create a captivating and timeless work of art. This illustration is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, and a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the wonders of nature.
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