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Canvas Print : Tachytes sp. Sand-loving wasp
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Tachytes sp. Sand-loving wasp
Watercolour and ink from Drawings of Mandibulata Insects of India, Thomas Hardwicke Collection; 1821 Date: 1821
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Media ID 14238338
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
Arthropod Arthropoda Hardwicke Hexapod Hexapoda Hymenoptera Insecta Thomas Hardwicke Collection Wasp Watercolor Apoidea Crabronidae Invertebrata Larra
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the captivating world of natural history into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This exquisite piece showcases the intricate detail and vibrant colors of the "Tachytes sp. Sand-loving wasp," as depicted in this stunning watercolor and ink illustration from the Thomas Hardwicke Collection, dated 1821. Acquired from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed image is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the insect kingdom. Our high-quality canvas prints are expertly crafted to bring out the rich colors and textures of the original artwork, making it a beautiful addition to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and let the wonders of nature inspire you every day.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite watercolor and ink illustration depicts a sand-loving wasp of the Tachytes species, captured in intricate detail from the Thomas Hardwicke Collection, dated 1821. The wasp, a member of the Apocidae family within the Hymenoptera order, is commonly known as a crabronid wasp due to its resemblance to crabs with its enlarged hind legs. This particular specimen is identified as a sand-loving wasp, likely adapted to living in arid environments. The illustration showcases the wasp's slender body, elongated antennae, and distinctive yellow and black stripes. The artist has expertly rendered the delicate veins on the wasp's wings, as well as the intricate patterns on its abdomen. The wasp's legs are depicted in great detail, with the enlarged hind legs adapted for digging in sand clearly visible. The Thomas Hardwicke Collection, housed in the Natural History Museum in London, is a significant historical resource for the study of Indian insects. This illustration, along with the others in the collection, provides valuable insights into the natural history of India during the early 19th century. The artist's mastery of watercolor and ink techniques brings the sand-loving wasp to life, offering a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of India's insect world.
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