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Mallow moth, Larentia clavaria, on Malva sylvestris
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Mallow moth, Larentia clavaria, on Malva sylvestris
Mallow moth, Larentia clavaria, larva and pupa on mallow, Malva sylvestris. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and etched by Jacob l Admiral in Naauwkeurige Waarneemingen omtrent de veranderingen van veele Insekten (Accurate Descriptions of Insect Metamorphoses), J. Sluyter, Amsterdam, 1774. For this second edition, M. Houttuyn added another eight plates to the original 25
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Accurate Amsterdam Caterpillar Clavaria Descriptions Drawn Etched Insekten Jacob Ladmiral Larva Mallow Malva Metamorphoses Moth Naauwkeurige Pupa Sluyter Sylvestris Veranderingen Waarneemingen
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Mallow Moth, Larentia clavaria, and its metamorphosis stages on Malva sylvestris, or Common Mallow. The engraving, drawn and etched by Jacob L. Admiral, was first published in the second edition of "Naauwkeurige Waarneemingen omtrent de veranderingen van veele Insekten" (Accurate Descriptions of Insect Metamorphoses) by J. Sluyter in Amsterdam, 1774. The image showcases the mallow plant, Malva sylvestris, with the Larentia clavaria moth's larva and pupa attached. The larva, or caterpillar, is shown feeding on the mallow leaf, while the pupa is depicted in its protective chrysalis stage. The meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate patterns on the moth's wings and the textured representation of the mallow leaf and stem. For this second edition, the publication was expanded with eight additional plates, bringing the total number of engraved insect metamorphoses to thirty-three. The work was further enhanced by the addition of M. Houttuyn as a collaborator. The combination of Admiral's artistic skill and Sluyter's scientific expertise resulted in a visually stunning and informative publication that contributed significantly to the study of insect metamorphoses during the 18th century. This image offers a glimpse into the natural world of over three centuries ago, showcasing the intricate relationship between the Mallow Moth and its host plant, Malva sylvestris. The hand-colored copperplate engraving is a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world and the dedication of its early observers and documenters.
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