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Photographic Print : Scarce silver Y, plain golden Y and gold spot
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Scarce silver Y, plain golden Y and gold spot
Scarce silver Y, Syngrapha interrogationis 1, 2, plain golden Y, Autographa jota 3-5, gold spot, Plusia festucae 6. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock after Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, Erlangen, 1786
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Abbildungen Acronicta Bock Butterfly Carl Caterpillar Christoph Entomology Esper Eugenius Johann Larva Lepidoptera Metamorphosis Moth Nach Natur Noctua Phalaena Plain Pupa Scarce Schmetterlinge Spot Sycamore
10"x8" Photo Print
Breathtakingly beautiful and rich in detail, this exquisite print from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints features a captivating handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock after Eugenius Johann. Entitled "Scarce silver Y, plain golden Y and gold spot," this stunning artwork showcases six intricately depicted moths: Syngrapha interrogationis 1, 2, Autographa jota 3-5, and Plusia festucae 6. Each moth is rendered with exceptional precision and artistry, from the delicate silver sheen of the Scarce silver Y to the vibrant golden hue of the plain golden Y and the subtle gold spot of the Plusia festucae. This remarkable print is a must-have for any nature enthusiast or collector, offering a glimpse into the captivating world of moths and the beauty of their intricate designs. Experience the wonder of the natural world up close with this exquisite Media Storehouse photographic print.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
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This intriguing hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases a captivating collection of moths, featuring a Scarce Silver Y (Syngrapha interrogationis 1 and 2), a Plain Golden Y (Autographa jota 3-5), and a Gold Spot (Plusia festucae 6). The Scarce Silver Y, with its distinctive silver-gray wings adorned with a Y-shaped marking, is a member of the Phalaena family, commonly known as the Old World Silk Moths. The Plain Golden Y, on the other hand, boasts golden wings with a Y-shaped marking, making it a member of the Noctuidae family, or the Owlet Moths. The Gold Spot, with its golden wings speckled with black, is a member of the Nymphalidae family, or the Brush-footed Butterflies, although it is more commonly classified as a moth. This engraving, created by Johann Carl Bock after Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers' Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur (The Butterflies in Pictures according to Nature), published in Erlangen in 1786, is a stunning example of the intricate detail and artistry of 18th-century entomological illustrations. The meticulous hand-coloring brings the delicate wings and intricate patterns of these moths to life, providing a glimpse into the natural world of the past. The Scarce Silver Y, Plain Golden Y, and Gold Spot are just a few examples of the many fascinating species of Lepidoptera, or insects with scales on their wings, that have undergone metamorphosis from a caterpillar to a pupa and then to an adult moth or butterfly. The study of these creatures, known as entomology, has long fascinated scientists and naturalists, providing valuable insights into the natural world and the intricacies of the life cycle of these remarkable insects.
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