Photographic Print : Manihot esculenta, cassava plant
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Manihot esculenta, cassava plant
Illustration from Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium (1705) by Maria Sybilla Merian
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Media ID 8602587
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17th Century Anna Maria Sibylla Merian Art And Illustration Arthropod Arthropoda Botanical Illustration Cassava Eudicot Euphorbiaceae Eurosid Fabidae Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Invertebrata Magnoliophyta
10"x8" Photo Print
Bring the natural beauty of the past into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. Featuring the captivating image of the Manihot esculenta, or cassava plant, as depicted in the Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium (1705) by the renowned naturalist Maria Sybilla Merian. These high-quality prints, sourced from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, are available under Rights Managed licensing. Each print is a stunning addition to any room, showcasing the intricate details and vibrant colors of this historic illustration. Elevate your space with a touch of history and natural wonder.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite illustration is taken from "Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium," a seminal work by the renowned German naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. Created in the early 18th century, this masterpiece showcases the intricate relationship between the Cassava plant (Manihot esculenta), a member of the Euphorbiaceae family, and its accompanying insect fauna. The Cassava plant, depicted here in full bloom, is a flowering dicot, belonging to the order Eudicots and the subclass Rosids. Its large, vibrant flowers attract a diverse array of insects, which play a crucial role in the plant's pollination. The plant's tuberous roots are a staple food source for many communities around the world, providing essential nutrients and sustenance. In this illustration, Merian meticulously captures the intricacies of the Cassava plant's flowers, which are adorned with both male and female structures. The male flowers, with their elongated filaments and anthers, release pollen to be carried by the wind or insects to the female flowers. The female flowers, with their stigmas and ovules, await the arrival of pollen to initiate fruit development. Surrounding the Cassava plant are various insects, including members of the Fabidae family, such as the Anna Maria Sibylla Merian's namesake, the Longicorn Beetle (Cerambycidae). These insects play a vital role in the Cassava plant's ecosystem, serving as pollinators and decomposers. Merian's illustration is a testament to her extraordinary artistic talent and her groundbreaking contributions to the fields of botany and entomology. This image invites us to explore the intricate relationships between plants and insects and to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
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