Lepidotera Collection

Plate VI, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282476 Plate VI, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes, Benjamin (fl.c.1749); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plate VII, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282469 Plate VII, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes, Benjamin (fl.c.1749); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plate V, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282474 Plate V, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes, Benjamin (fl.c.1749); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plate XI, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282484 Plate XI, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes, Benjamin (fl.c.1749); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail from Plate IX, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282478 Detail from Plate IX, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes

Plate II, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282460 Plate II, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes, Benjamin (fl.c.1749); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail from Plate VIII, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282477 Detail from Plate VIII, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes

Plate IV, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282467 Plate IV, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes, Benjamin (fl.c.1749); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plate VIII, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282475 Plate VIII, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes, Benjamin (fl.c.1749); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail from Plate VI, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282471 Detail from Plate VI, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes

Detail from Plate IV, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282470 Detail from Plate IV, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes

Plate III, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282465 Plate III, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes, Benjamin (fl.c.1749); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plate 1, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282463 Plate 1, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes, Benjamin (fl.c.1749); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plate XII, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282485 Plate XII, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes, Benjamin (fl.c.1749); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail from Plate X, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282482 Detail from Plate X, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes

Detail from Plate VII, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282473 Detail from Plate VII, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes

Detail from Plate V, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282472 Detail from Plate V, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes

Frontispiece, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282464 Frontispiece, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes, Benjamin (fl.c.1749); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail from Plate II, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub
3282462 Detail from Plate II, from A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths, pub. 1764 (hand coloured engraving) by Wilkes

Picture No. 10946908
Double Line Moth - Summer UK. Date:

Cinnabar moth - two larvae feeding on Common Ragwort. Cornwall, England
DK-132 Cinnabar moth - two larvae feeding on Common Ragwort. Cornwall, England. Callimorpha jacobaeae David Kilbey contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

White Butterfly - caterpillar. Picardie - France
WAT-15724 White Butterfly - caterpillar. Picardie - France Pierisbrassicae M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Step into the enchanting world of Lepidoptera, as depicted in 'A Rare Depiction of Butterflies and Moths' publication. Plate VI showcases a mesmerizing array of delicate wings fluttering with vibrant colors, inviting you to explore their intricate patterns. In Plate VII, we are introduced to a captivating nocturnal beauty, its velvety wings adorned with mysterious markings that seem to whisper secrets of the night. Plate V transports us to a sunlit meadow where butterflies dance amidst wildflowers, their graceful flight captured in exquisite detail. As we turn our attention to Plate XI, an extraordinary specimen emerges – its iridescent scales shimmering like precious gemstones under the light. Zooming in on Detail from Plate IX reveals nature's artistry at its finest – tiny scales meticulously arranged like miniature mosaics on fragile wings. Meanwhile, Plate II unveils a symphony of colors and shapes as butterflies take flight against a backdrop of lush foliage. Detail from Plate VIII offers an up-close encounter with nature's masterpieces – every vein and contour carefully etched onto these ethereal creatures. Moving on to Plate IV, we witness a breathtaking transformation as caterpillars metamorphose into majestic winged wonders. Returning once more to the captivating details found within Plate VIII, we marvel at the intricacies that make each butterfly unique – no two alike in their splendor. Detail from Plate VI invites us closer still; here lies hidden beauty waiting to be discovered amidst nature's tapestry. Intriguingly detailed yet harmoniously composed is Detail from Plate IV – it reminds us that even the smallest elements contribute to this grand display of biodiversity. Finally, let us not forget about the enchantment found within Plate III; it beckons us deeper into this wondrous realm where imagination takes flight alongside Lepidoptera. "