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Metal Print : Plate 9: Four Butterflies, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
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Plate 9: Four Butterflies, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Plate 9: Four Butterflies, c. 1575/1580
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Butterflies Butterfly Georg Houfnagel George Hoefnagel Hoefnagel George Hoefnagel Joris Houfnagel Georg Insect Insects Joris Hoefnagel Natural History Clouded Yellow Gatekeeper Maniola Jurtina Meadow Brown Pyronia Tithonus
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the captivating beauty of nature through the exquisite artistry of Joris Hoefnagel's Plate 9: Four Butterflies, c. 1575/1580. This stunning work of art, originally from the Heritage Images collection, is now available as a Media Storehouse Metal Print. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality metal sheets, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail that bring Hoefnagel's intricate butterfly illustrations to life. Add a touch of history and artistry to your home or office with this unique and eye-catching decor piece.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Plate 9: Four Butterflies, c. 1575/1580, is a stunning and intricately detailed watercolor and gouache illustration on vellum by the renowned 16th century Flemish artist Joris Hoefnagel (also known as Georg Hoefnagel or Georg Houfnagel). This masterpiece, which is housed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., showcases four exquisitely rendered butterflies: the clouded yellow (Maniola jurtina), hedge brown (Meadow Brown, Pyronia tithonus), george (George Hoefnagel, or Gatekeeper, Pyronia satureja), and maniola (Maniola maniola). Hoefnagel's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the delicate veining of the butterflies' wings, the precise shading, and the lifelike depiction of their bodies. The illustration is framed within an oval border in gold, adding an elegant and ornate touch. Butterflies were a popular subject in European art during the Renaissance, and Hoefnagel's work is considered one of the finest examples of this genre. The naturalistic representation of these insects reflects the growing interest in the study of natural history during this period. The Four Butterflies is not only an aesthetic delight but also a testament to the scientific curiosity and artistic mastery of the time. It invites us to appreciate the beauty and intricacy of the natural world, and serves as a reminder of the rich artistic heritage that continues to inspire and captivate us today.
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