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Curtis British Entomology Plate 493
Diptera: Tipula longicornis = Tipula flavolineata (Long-horned Long-legs) [Plant: Sanguisorba officinalis (Great Burnet)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Burnet Butterflies Butterfly Curtis Diptera Entomology Ledipotera Long Horned Officinalis Long Legs Sanguisorba
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This exquisite piece showcases Curtis British Entomology Plate 493, featuring the intricately detailed long-horned long-legs, Tipula flavolineata, from the Diptera family. The insect is artfully posed atop Sanguisorba officinalis, also known as Great Burnet, adding a vibrant pop of color to the composition. Drawn from the esteemed archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, this print dates back to the 1820s, offering a glimpse into the rich history of natural history illustration. Bring the elegance and wonder of the natural world into your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 31.7cm x 53.3cm (12.5" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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, taken from John Curtis's seminal work "British Entomology," showcases two exquisite species of long-horned flies, Tipula longicornis and Tipula flavolineata, perched gracefully on the vibrant petals of the Great Burnet plant (Sanguisorba officinalis). The intricately detailed illustration, produced between 1824 and 1839, is a testament to the meticulous observation and artistic skill of the 19th century naturalist. Long-horned flies, also known as crane flies or tipulids, are characterized by their elongated legs and distinctive antennae. Tipula longicornis, with its striking black and yellow stripes, and Tipula flavolineata, adorned with golden and black markings, are two of the many fascinating species within the Lasioptera subfamily of the Diptera order. The Great Burnet plant, a native to Europe and parts of Asia, is a prominent feature of this image. Its large, showy flowers attract a diverse array of pollinators, including these elegant long-horned flies. The plant, with its distinctive red, purple, and green hues, adds a burst of color and texture to the composition. John Curtis, a renowned British botanist and entomologist, dedicated his life to the study and documentation of the natural world. His groundbreaking work, "British Entomology," is considered a cornerstone of 19th-century natural history. This particular plate, showcasing the intricate details of these long-horned flies and their host plant, is a testament to Curtis's unwavering commitment to scientific discovery and artistic excellence.
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