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Two-tailed pasha and Cramers eighty-eight butterfly
Two-tailed pasha or foxy emperor, Charaxes jasius, with pupa and caterpillar 1, and Cramers eighty-eight butterfly, Diaethria clymena 2. Nymphale jasius, Nymphale clymene. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Adolph Butterfly Casse Caterpillar Charaxes Dhistoire Dictionnaire Felix Edouard Foxy Fries Guerin Meneville Larva Naturelle Pasha Pittoresque Pupa Clymene Jasius Two Tailed
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This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving, created by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries for Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), published in Paris between 1834 and 1839, showcases two intriguing species of African butterflies: the Two-tailed Pasha or Foxy Emperor (Charaxes jasius) and the Cramer's Eighty-eight Butterfly (Diaethria clymena). The Two-tailed Pasha is depicted in its various stages of life: the pupa, caterpillar, and the adult butterfly. The pupa, or chrysalis, is shown in its protective casing, while the caterpillar is illustrated in its vibrant green and white striped form, with a distinctive red head and black spines. The adult Two-tailed Pasha is displayed in all its glory, boasting an impressive wingspan and the distinctive two tails on its hindwings. The Cramer's Eighty-eight Butterfly is also shown in its various stages of development, with the pupa, caterpillar, and adult butterfly depicted side by side. The adult butterfly is a stunning sight to behold, with its bright orange wings adorned with black spots and the distinctive blue and white markings on the underside. The caterpillar is illustrated in its green and white striped form, with a black head and a pair of small horns. The intricate detailing and vibrant colors of this engraving make it a true masterpiece, offering a glimpse into the natural world and the fascinating metamorphosis of these beautiful African butterflies. The illustration serves as a testament to the skill and artistry of the naturalists and artists of the time, who dedicated themselves to documenting the natural world in all its complexity and beauty.
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