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Photographic Print : Malacosoma franconicum moth and festoon, Apoda limacodes
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Malacosoma franconicum moth and festoon, Apoda limacodes
Malacosoma franconicum moth and festoon, Apoda limacodes. Phalaena franconica, Phalaena limacodes. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, Erlangen, 1786
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Abbildungen Bock Butterfly Carl Caterpillar Christoph Entomology Esper Eugenius Festoon Johann Larva Lepidoptera Metamorphosis Moth Nach Natur Neustria Phalaena Pupa Schmetterlinge Apoda Lackey Malacosoma
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Breathtakingly captivating, this photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Prints showcases the exquisite beauty of the Malacosoma franconicum moth and its festoon, adorned with the Apoda limacodes. This stunning image, taken from an original hand-colored copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die, offers a unique and intriguing glimpse into the natural world. Bring the enchanting detail and vibrant colors of this rare find into your home or office with our high-quality prints, perfect for any space that appreciates the wonders of nature.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Malacosoma franconicum moth and its festoon, along with its companion moth, Apoda limacodes. The Malacosoma franconicum, also known as the Neustria or Franconian Lackey moth, is a beautiful Lepidopteran species native to Europe. The male moth is shown on the left, with its wings spread, displaying its intricately patterned wings. The female moth, on the right, is depicted in a more subdued form, with her wings folded. The festoon, a protective shelter created by the caterpillars of both moths, is shown in the background. The Apoda limacodes, or the Small Dusty Wave moth, is also depicted, crawling on the festoon. The Malacosoma franconicum caterpillars construct this festoon from silk and leaves, which they weave together to form a protective cocoon. This exquisite engraving is by Johann Carl Bock, from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers' Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, published in Erlangen in 1786. The meticulous attention to detail in the engraving showcases the beauty and intricacy of these moths and their life cycle, from caterpillar to pupa to adult. The hand-coloring adds an additional layer of depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a true work of art. Lepidopterology, the study of moths and butterflies, has a rich history, and this engraving is a testament to the fascination and appreciation for these fascinating insects that has endured for centuries.
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