Dedie Collection

Drinker, blue underwing and red underwing moths
Drinker moth, Euthrix potatoria 1, blue underwing, Catocala fraxini 2, and red underwing, Catocala nupta 3. Bombyx buveur, Noctuelle du frene, Noctuelle mariee

Butterfly collector tools, 19th century. Butterfly net, raquet nets, pincers, pins, etc. Handcoloured lithograph from Musee du Naturaliste dedie a la Jeunesse, Histoire des Papillons

Oak eggar, poplar lappet and Tau emperor
Oak eggar, Lasiocampa quercus 1, poplar lappet, Gastropacha populifolia 2, and Tau emperor, Aglia tau 3. Bombyx du chene, Bombyx feuille de peuplier, Bombyx tau

Hebe tiger, cream-spot tiger and garden tiger moth
Hebe tiger moth, Arctia festiva 1, cream-spot tiger, Epicallia villica 2, and garden tiger moth, Arctia caja 3. Ecaille hebe, Ecaille fermiere, Ecaille martre

African deaths head hawkmoth and oleander hawk-moth
African deaths head hawkmoth and larva, Acherontia atropos 1, 2, and oleander hawk-moth, Daphnis nerii 3. Sphinx tete de mort, chenille, Sphinx du laurier-rose

Marbled white, Spanish gatekeeper, almond
Marbled white, Melanargia galathea 1, Spanish gatekeeper, Pyronia bathseba 2, almond ringlet, Erebia alberganus 3, and spring ringlet, Erebia epistygne 4

Great banded grayling, hermit and large wall brown butterfly
Great banded grayling, Brintesia circe 1, hermit, Chazara briseis 2, and large wall brown, Lasiommata maera 3. Satyre sylene, Satyre hermite, Satyre ariane

Large tortoiseshell, small tortoiseshell and comma
Large tortoiseshell, Nymphalis polychloros 1, small tortoiseshell, Aglais urticae 2, and comma butterfly, Polygonia c-album 3, with poppy. Vanesse grande tortue, Vanesse petite tortue, Vanesse gamma

Painted lady, red admiral and European peacock
Painted lady butterfly, Vanessa cardui 1, red admiral, Vanessa atalanta 2 and European peacock, Aglais io 3. Vanesse belle-dame, Vanesse vulcain, Vanesse paon de jour

Fritillary butterflies
Queen of Spain fritillary, Issoria lathonia 1, dark green fritillary, Argynnis aglaja 2 and silver-washed fritillary, Argynnis paphia 3

Two-tailed pasha, Charaxes jasius 1 and purple emperor, Apatura iris 2, and tulip. Handcoloured lithograph from Musee du Naturaliste dedie a la Jeunesse, Histoire des Papillons

Cabbage white, black-veined white, orange
Cabbage white butterfly, Pieris brassicae 1, 2, black-veined white, Aporia crataegi 3, orange tip, Anthocharis cardamines 4 and Provence orange tip, Anthocharis euphenoides 5

Women entomologists catching butterflies in a garden, mid 19th century. Handcoloured lithograph from Musee du Naturaliste dedie a la Jeunesse, Histoire des Papillons, Hippolyte and Polydor Pauquet

Woman (Physics personified) whipping the bare bottom of one
La physique confond l ignorance Dedie aux souscripteurs. French cartoon shows a woman (Physics personified) whipping the bare bottom of one man (possibly Janinet) while another (possibly Abbe Miollan)

Le Palais de Pluton Livre nouveau douze morceaux
Le Palais de Pluton, Livre nouveau de douze morceaux de fantaisie: utile a divers usages dedie a Monseigneur Louis Antoine de Pardaillan de Gondrin, duc d Antin, Lajoue, Jacques de, French

Temple d-Abou-Simbel dedie a Athor Felix Bonfils
Temple d-Abou-Simbel dedie a Athor; Felix Bonfils (French, 1831 - 1885); Alais, France; about 1878; Albumen silver print

Globe aerostatique. Dedie e Monsieur Charles. Cette machine est represente icis elevant pour la seconde fois au milieu de la Prairie de Nesle, ou il venoit de descendre, accompagne de Mr. Robert

Allegorie dedie au tiers etat. Print shows an allegorical scene with a member of the nobility and a member of the clergy, representing the estates general

Fregat Pollux bij het wachtschip in de Schelde, 1784. Anonymous, 1784

Dedie a Mr Blanchard - Apparition du Globe Aerostatique
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Le pied de nez - dedie aux aristocrates. Print shows two angels, one standing on a globe and holding a sword, the other, as Fame, soaring above at right

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"Dedie: A Captivating World of Colorful Drinkers and Underwings" Step into the enchanting world of "dedie" as we explore a mesmerizing collection of butterflies and moths from the 19th century. Delve into the realm of butterfly collectors, armed with their intricate tools, as they sought to capture the beauty of nature's delicate creatures. Amongst this captivating array, discover the stunning blue underwing and red underwing moths, their vibrant hues contrasting against a backdrop of lush greenery. Marvel at the Oak eggar, poplar lappet, and Tau emperor butterflies fluttering gracefully in harmonious dance. Venture further to encounter the Hebe tiger, cream-spot tiger, and garden tiger moth - each adorned with unique patterns that seem like works of art painted by Mother Nature herself. Witness the African deaths head hawkmoth and oleander hawk-moth; mysterious creatures that evoke both curiosity and awe. As you traverse through this kaleidoscope of species, be captivated by the Marbled white's ethereal beauty alongside Spanish gatekeepers basking in golden sunlight amidst almond trees. Observe with wonderment as Great banded grayling butterflies blend seamlessly into their surroundings while hermit and large wall brown butterflies take flight effortlessly. The Large tortoiseshell delicately flutters alongside its smaller counterpart -the small tortoiseshell- while comma butterflies add an elegant touch to this symphony of colors. Admire painted ladies showcasing their regal grace next to majestic red admirals adorned with striking hues reminiscent of European peacocks. Fritillary butterflies grace our presence too – their intricate patterns resembling stained glass windows adorning meadows kissed by sunlight. Behold two-tailed pashas flaunting extravagant wings akin to Charaxes jasius 1's royal purple cloak – a sight fit for royalty itself. Finally, let us not forget about cabbage whites, black-veined whites, and oranges.