Magnified view of a housefly - Musca domestica, under a microscope: actual size 1, underside of head and body 2, abdomen 3, leg 4, and compound eye 5. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder"

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Magnified view of a housefly - Musca domestica, under a microscope: actual size 1, underside of head and body 2, abdomen 3, leg 4, and compound eye 5. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder"

FLO4576086 Magnified view of a housefly - Musca domestica, under a microscope: actual size 1, underside of head and body 2, abdomen 3, leg 4, and compound eye 5. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1805. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (1747-1822) was a German publisher and man of arts most famous for his 12-volume encyclopedia for children illustrated with 1, 200 engraved plates on natural history, science, costume, mythology, etc. published from 1790-1830.; (add.info.: Magnified view of a housefly - Musca domestica, under a microscope: actual size 1, underside of head and body 2, abdomen 3, leg 4, and compound eye 5. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1805. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (1747-1822) was a German publisher and man of arts most famous for his 12-volume encyclopedia for children illustrated with 1, 200 engraved plates on natural history, science, costume, mythology, etc. published from 1790-1830.); © Florilegius

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This image captures the intricate details of a housefly, Musca domestica, magnified under a microscope. Each part of the insect is meticulously depicted - from the actual size of the fly to its underside of head and body, abdomen, legs, and compound eye. The handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's "Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children) showcases the remarkable artistry and scientific accuracy of Friedrich Johann Bertuch. Published in Weimar in 1805, this engraving is just one example of Bertuch's extensive work as a German publisher and man of arts. His 12-volume encyclopedia for children featured over 1,200 engraved plates on various subjects including natural history, science, costume, mythology, and more. The attention to detail in this print allows viewers to appreciate the complexity and beauty of even the smallest creatures in nature. The delicate lines and vibrant colors bring this tiny housefly to life on paper, inviting us to marvel at its intricate design up close. Whether you're a lover of science or art enthusiast, this magnified view of a housefly is sure to captivate your imagination and spark curiosity about the world around us.

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