Fine Art Print > Mary Evans Prints Online > New Images August 2021
Fine Art Print : Scarce hook-tip and pebble hook-tip
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Scarce hook-tip and pebble hook-tip
Scarce hook-tip, Sabra harpagula 1, 2, and pebble hook-tip, Drepana falcataria 3-6. Phalaena Bombyx harpagula, falcula. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, Erlangen, 1786
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23382986
© Florilegius
Abbildungen Barred Bock Bombyx Butterfly Carl Caterpillar Christoph Entomology Esper Eugenius Hook Johann Larva Lepidoptera Metamorphosis Moth Nach Natur Pebble Phalaena Pupa Scarce Schmetterlinge
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the natural world with our selection of Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse range, featuring exquisite illustrations from the Mary Evans Picture Library. These intricately detailed hand-colored copperplate engravings showcase the scarcity of the Hook-tip moths, Sabra harpagula (Scarce hook-tip) and Drepana falcataria (Pebble hook-tip). Each print, derived from the rare and historic publication "Phalaena Bombyx harpagula, falcula" by Eugenius Johann, offers a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the insect kingdom. Bring the wonder of these elusive creatures into your home or office with these stunning, museum-quality prints.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Insects
> Butterflies
> Related Images
> Animals
> Insects
> Related Images
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images August 2021
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Johann Carl Bock in 1786, showcases two intriguing moth species: the Scarce Hook-tip (Phalaena bombyx harpagula) and the Pebble Hook-tip (Drepana falcataria). The Scarce Hook-tip, depicted in the first two images, is also known as the Oak Hook-tip or the Barred Hook-tip, and can be identified by its distinctive hooked forewings and orange-brown body with black markings. The larvae of this species feed on various oak species, undergoing full metamorphosis to become adult moths. The Pebble Hook-tip, displayed in images three through six, is also known as the Sicilian Hook-tip or the Pebbled Hook-tip, and is characterized by its hooked forewings, which are adorned with a series of small, white spots. The moth's body is a pale brown color with darker markings. The larvae of this species feed on a variety of plants, including willows and poplars. Both of these moths undergo complete metamorphosis, transforming from caterpillars to pupae and eventually to adult moths. The intricate details of their wings and bodies are beautifully captured in this engraving, providing a stunning representation of these fascinating insects. This artwork is taken from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers' Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, published in Erlangen in 1786. The meticulous attention to detail and the high-quality hand-coloring make this engraving a valuable addition to any collection of entomological or scientific illustrations.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
