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Fine Art Print : Spring crocus and European peacock butterfly
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Spring crocus and European peacock butterfly
Spring crocus, Crocus vernus, and European peacock butterfly, Aglais io. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Daniel Rabel after a botanical illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian from Pierre Joseph Buchozs edition of Histoire Generale des Insectes de Surinam et de tout L Europe, Troisieme edition revue, corrigee et considerablement augmentee par M. Buchoz, Paris, 1771
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1771 Buchoz Butterfly Canis Crocus Daniel Dens Edition Erythronium Generale Histoire Insectes Leurope Maria Merian Moth Peacock Pierre Revue Sibylla Spring Surinam Tooth Tout Troisieme Violet Dogtooth
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the enchanting beauty of nature into your home with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving by Daniel Rabel after Maria Sibylla Merian. Witness the delicate bloom of a Spring crocus, Crocus vernus, as it emerges from the earth, accompanied by the captivating grace of a European peacock butterfly, Aglais io, in flight. This intricately detailed masterpiece, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library, is a testament to the artistry and natural wonder of the past. Experience the timeless allure of this botanical illustration and elevate your space with a touch of history and beauty.
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.
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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" 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 exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Daniel Rabel after a botanical illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian, showcases the enchanting encounter between a Spring crocus (Crocus vernus) and a European peacock butterfly (Aglais io) in a serene garden setting. The delicate Spring crocus, with its distinctive purple violet bloom and yellow stigma, is nestled among the lush green foliage, its petals unfurling to welcome the sun's warm rays. In the foreground, a curious canine, possibly a dog or a fox terrier, investigates the tooth-like structure of the crocus, adding a playful touch to the scene. Meanwhile, the European peacock butterfly, with its vibrant wings adorned with intricate patterns reminiscent of an exotic peacock's plumage, flutters gracefully above the crocus, its long proboscis reaching out to sip nectar from the flower. The intricate details of the illustration, from the veins on the butterfly's wings to the texture of the dog's fur, are a testament to the skill and artistry of Maria Sibylla Merian and Daniel Rabel. This image is taken from Pierre Joseph Buchoz's Histoire Generale des Insectes de Surinam et de tout L Europe, Troisieme edition revue, corrigee et considerablement augmentee par M. Buchoz, published in Paris in 1771. The work, which was a significant contribution to the field of entomology and botany, showcased Merian's meticulous illustrations of various insects and plants, providing a detailed record of the natural world during the Age of Enlightenment.
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