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Grasshoppers and sea angels. 1824-1829 (engraving)
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Grasshoppers and sea angels. 1824-1829 (engraving)
7233318 Grasshoppers and sea angels. 1824-1829 (engraving) by Fries, Adolph (1774-1840) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bladder grasshoppers, Pneumora inanis, Bullacris unicolor, Physemacris variolosa (Pneumora scuttelaris, P. immaculata, P. variolosa), sea angels, Pneumoderma species. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39.); © Florilegius
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This engraving, titled "Grasshoppers and Sea Angels" showcases the intricate beauty of nature in stunning detail. Created by Adolph Fries and engraved by du Casse, this print is a testament to the scientific exploration of the 19th century. The image features various species of grasshoppers, including Bladder grasshoppers (Pneumora inanis), Bullacris unicolor, and Physemacris variolosa. These delicate creatures are depicted with remarkable accuracy, their vibrant colors meticulously handcolored to bring them to life on paper. Intermingled with the grasshoppers are sea angels from the Pneumoderma species. These ethereal beings float gracefully amidst their terrestrial counterparts, creating a harmonious juxtaposition between land and sea. Originally published in Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles' Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History) between 1834-39, this engraving exemplifies both artistic skill and scientific observation. It serves as a visual record of these fascinating creatures for future generations to appreciate. With its rich historical context and meticulous attention to detail, this print offers a glimpse into the world of natural sciences during the 19th century. It stands as a testament to human curiosity about our surroundings and our desire to understand even the smallest inhabitants of our planet. This enchanting artwork reminds us that there is beauty all around us if we take the time to observe it closely – whether it be in fields teeming with grasshoppers or beneath tranquil ocean waves where sea angels dance.
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