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Sketchbooks of Lepidoptera, Margaret Fountaine
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Sketchbooks of Lepidoptera, Margaret Fountaine
Various larvae and pupae watercolours with descriptions, 1933-35 Date: 1933
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1933 20th Century Arthropod Arthropoda Brush Footed Butterfly Butterfly Charaxes Entomology Fountaine Four Footed Butterfly Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Larva Larvae Lepidoptera Lepidopteran Nairobi Nymphalidae Papilio Papilionidae Salamis Swallow Tailed Butterfly Swallowtail Swallowtail Butterfly Watercolor 1935 East African Invertebrata Mother Of Pearl
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This image showcases a selection of watercolor sketchbooks created by the renowned British naturalist and artist, Margaret Fountaine, during her time in East Africa between 1933 and 1935. The pages are filled with intricately detailed illustrations of various stages of Lepidoptera, or butterflies and moths, including larvae, pupae, and adult specimens. Fountaine's meticulous brushwork brings to life a diverse array of species, some of which are identified as Achillides, Charaxes, Papilio, and Salamis. Her illustrations of the larvae and pupae reveal the fascinating transformations these creatures undergo before emerging as adults. The mother of pearl background adds an elegant touch to the already stunning artwork. The setting for these illustrations is East Africa, where Fountaine was based during her time there. Her observations and recordings were made in Nairobi and other parts of the region. The sketchbooks are a testament to her dedication to entomology and her exceptional artistic abilities. The Hexapoda order, which includes insects and arthropods with six legs, is well represented in these pages. The butterflies depicted are from the families Nymphalidae and Papilionidae, including the Swallow-tailed and Mother of Pearl butterflies. These beautiful creatures, with their intricate wing patterns and delicate forms, are brought to life through Fountaine's skilled brushwork. These sketchbooks offer a unique glimpse into the natural history of the 1930s, providing valuable insights into the world of Lepidoptera and the dedication of one woman's pursuit of knowledge and artistic expression.
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