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Curtis British Entomology Plate 403
Hymenoptera: Helorus anomalipes (Red-legged Helorus) [Plant: Solanum nigrum (Common Nightshade)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Butterflies Butterfly Common Curtis Entomology Hymenoptera Ledipotera Nightshade Nigrum Red Legged Solanum
20x30 inch Poster Print
Discover the captivating beauty of nature with our stunning Poster Prints collection. This exquisite piece, 'Curtis British Entomology Plate 403,' showcases the intricate details of Hymenoptera: Helorus anomalipes (Red-legged Helorus) against the backdrop of Solanum nigrum (Common Nightshade). Transport yourself to a bygone era as you admire this meticulously crafted artwork from 1824-39, brought to life through Rights Managed imagery by Mary Evans Prints Online. Enhance your space with this timeless masterpiece that celebrates the wonders of entomology and botanical art.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
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 image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, a seminal work in the history of entomology and natural history publishing. Plate 403, featuring the Red-legged Helorus (Helorus anomalipes), is a testament to the meticulous detail and scientific accuracy that defined John Obadiah Westwood and John Edward Gray's groundbreaking collaboration. The Red-legged Helorus, a member of the Hymenoptera order, is depicted gracefully perched on the leaves of its host plant, Common Nightshade (Solanum nigrum). The intricately detailed illustration reveals the insect's distinctive features, including its elongated, slender body, transparent wings, and the eponymous red legs. The Red-legged Helorus, also known as the Red-legged Helodon, is a parasitic wasp that lays its eggs in the larvae of various beetles. The larvae then feed on the host, eventually killing it. This relationship is a prime example of the complex interconnectedness of ecosystems and the role of predation in maintaining balance. This plate, published between 1824 and 1839, was produced during the 19th century, a time when the scientific community was making significant strides in understanding the natural world. The publication of Curtis's British Entomology was a crucial contribution to this endeavor, providing a comprehensive record of the insects of Britain and offering insights into their biology and ecology. The illustration is a masterclass in natural history art, with the intricately detailed drawing of the insect and the botanical accuracy of the Common Nightshade plant. The plate, along with the accompanying descriptive text, would have been an invaluable resource for entomologists, botanists, and naturalists of the time, and continues to be a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of the past.
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