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Framed Print : Gumleaf grasshopper (female top, male below)
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Gumleaf grasshopper (female top, male below)
Gumleaf grasshopper (female top, male below), Goniaea australasiae. Australasian locust, Gryllus australasiae. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1814
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Australasian Elford Entomology Grasshopper Gryllus Leach Locust Miscellany Nodder Polydore Zoological Australasiae
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Bring the beauty of the natural world into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating piece features the Gumleaf grasshopper (female top, male below), a fascinating species of Australasian locust. Meticulously hand-drawn and hand-colored, this stunning copperplate engraving by Mary Evans Prints Online showcases the intricate details of the grasshoppers' unique features. Add an element of wonder and charm to any room in your home or office with this timeless and elegant work of art.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: Gumleaf Grasshopper (Goniaea australasiae): A Delicate Balance of Nature's Harmony This exquisite hand-coloured copperplate engraving, drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist Richard Polydore Nodder, showcases the distinct differences between the male and female Gumleaf Grasshoppers (Goniaea australasiae), also known as the Australasian Locust or Gryllus australasiae. The illustration is taken from William Elford Leach's Zoological Miscellany, published in London in 1814 by the esteemed McMillan publishing house. The female grasshopper, depicted at the top of the image, boasts a vibrant, richly coloured exoskeleton, adorned with intricate patterns and textures. Her wings are spread wide, revealing the delicate veins that provide the structural support necessary for flight. The female's large, robust hind legs are poised for jumping, a critical skill for evading predators and navigating the diverse landscapes of her habitat. Beneath the female, the male grasshopper is shown in a more subdued, camouflaged colouration. His wings are folded neatly against his body, while his slender, agile legs are curled beneath him. The male's antennae are elongated and sensitive, allowing him to detect the pheromones of potential mates. This intricate interplay of form and function highlights the beauty and complexity of these fascinating creatures, which are native to the Australasian region. The meticulous attention to detail in this engraving underscores the importance of entomology in the early days of scientific exploration and discovery. The careful documentation of species, such as the Gumleaf Grasshopper, laid the foundation for a deeper understanding of the natural world and the intricate relationships that exist between its various inhabitants. This image serves as a testament to the enduring allure of the natural world and the role that art and science play in preserving its wonders for future generations.
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