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Curtis British Entomology Plate 608
Orthoptera: *Locusta christii, = Locusta migratoria? [Plant: Rhynchospora alba (White Beak-sedge)] Date: 1824-39
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Media ID 23040308
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1820s 1830s Alba Butterflies Butterfly Curtis Entomology Ledipotera Locusta Orthoptera
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print is a beautiful example of the intricate detail and scientific accuracy found in the works of John Curtis, a renowned British entomologist of the 19th century. The image, taken from Curtis's British Entomology series, specifically plate 608, showcases the Orthopteran species Locusta christii, which is now believed to be a subspecies or variant of Locusta migratoria, the migratory locust. The locust is depicted gracefully perched on the stem of a White Beak-sedge (Rhynchospora alba), a common wetland plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. The meticulous illustration of the locust, with its powerful hind legs poised for a leap and its elongated, grass-green forewings folded neatly against its body, reveals the artist's keen observation skills and dedication to capturing the essence of this remarkable insect. The intricate details of the locust's exoskeleton and the delicate veins of its wings are rendered with exquisite precision. The White Beak-sedge, with its slender, triangular leaves and spiky inflorescence, provides a striking contrast to the locust's vibrant colors and adds an element of natural beauty to the composition. The plant's name, derived from the Greek words "rhynchos" (nose) and "spora" (seed), refers to the distinctive white, beak-like structures on the plant's seeds. This stunning print, created between 1824 and 1839, is a testament to the rich scientific and artistic traditions of the 19th century. The inclusion of the Locusta christii and Rhynchospora alba in Curtis's British Entomology series reflects the importance of documenting the natural world and advancing the understanding of the intricate relationships between different species and their habitats.
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