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Plate 51: Grasshoppers and a Caterpillar with a Four O'Clock Flower, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
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Plate 51: Grasshoppers and a Caterpillar with a Four O'Clock Flower, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Plate 51: Grasshoppers and a Caterpillar with a Four O'Clock Flower, c. 1575/1580
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Plate 51: Grasshoppers and a Caterpillar with a Four O'Clock Flower, c. 1575/1580, is a stunning and intricately detailed illustration by the renowned Flemish artist Joris Hoefnagel. This exquisite work of art, which dates back to the sixteenth century, showcases a vibrant array of animals and plants, including several grasshoppers and a caterpillar, all gathered around the beautiful Four O'Clock Flower, also known as Mirabilis Jalapa. The illustration, which is believed to have been created between 1575 and 1580, is a watercolor and gouache on vellum, with an oval border in gold. The meticulous attention to detail and the use of rich, bold colors make this piece a true masterpiece of European natural history art. The Four O'Clock Flower, with its distinctive pink blooms, is depicted in the foreground, its petals unfurled to reveal its intricate inner workings. Surrounding the flower are several grasshoppers, their legs and antennae delicately rendered, and a caterpillar, curled up and ready to transform into a butterfly. This illustration is not only a beautiful work of art but also a testament to the scientific curiosity and natural history exploration of the time. It is a reminder of the rich heritage of art and science that has shaped our understanding of the natural world. Plate 51: Grasshoppers and a Caterpillar with a Four O'Clock Flower, c. 1575/1580, is currently housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., where it continues to inspire awe and admiration from visitors and scholars alike.
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