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Plate 20: Three Butterflies, a Caterpillar, a Bee, Two Chrysalides, and Three Weevils, c1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
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Plate 20: Three Butterflies, a Caterpillar, a Bee, Two Chrysalides, and Three Weevils, c1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Plate 20: Three Butterflies, a Caterpillar, a Bee, Two Chrysalides, and Three Weevils, c. 1575/1580
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Plate 20 - Three Butterflies, a Caterpillar, a Bee, Two Chrysalides, and Three Weevils
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is a stunning and intricately detailed illustration created by the renowned Flemish artist Joris Hoefnagel around 1575-1580. This exquisite work of art is a testament to Hoefnagel's exceptional skill as a naturalist and illustrator, showcasing his keen observation and meticulous attention to detail. The illustration depicts a vibrant array of creatures from the natural world, including three butterflies, a caterpillar, a bee, two chrysalides, and three weevils. The butterflies, with their delicate wings spread open, display an impressive range of colors and patterns, while the caterpillar, in its green and brown striped form, contrasts starkly with the intricately textured leaves and stems of the plant on which it rests. The bee, with its distinct yellow and black stripes, hovers above a flower, its long, pollen-laden legs reaching out to collect nectar. Two chrysalides, the pupal stage of the butterfly, are also depicted, their translucent casings revealing the developing wings and bodies of the insects within. Three weevils, with their distinctive elongated snouts and armored bodies, add an intriguing element to the composition, showcasing the diversity of the insect world. This masterpiece, created using watercolor and gouache on vellum, is framed with an ornate gold oval border, adding an air of elegance and sophistication to the illustration. The work is a valuable addition to the European artistic heritage, reflecting the fascination with natural history and the scientific exploration of the natural world during the sixteenth century. Today, it is housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., where it continues to inspire and delight visitors from around the world.
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