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Plate 71: Two Wasps and a Pill Bug, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
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Plate 71: Two Wasps and a Pill Bug, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Plate 71: Two Wasps and a Pill Bug, c. 1575/1580
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Plate 71: Two Wasps and a Pill Bug, c. 1575/1580, is a stunning and intricately detailed illustration by the renowned Flemish artist Joris Hoefnagel. This exquisite watercolor and gouache drawing on vellum, with an oval border in gold, showcases Hoefnagel's exceptional skill in capturing the natural world with precision and accuracy. The illustration features two wasps, their slender bodies and delicate wings rendered in meticulous detail. One wasp is shown in the act of stinging a pill bug, a small woodlouse, which is curled up defensively. The wasps were a common subject in Hoefnagel's work, reflecting the scientific interest in these insects during the Renaissance period. Hoefnagel's attention to detail is evident in the textured surface of the wasps' wings, the intricate patterns on their bodies, and the subtle shading that adds depth and dimension to the image. The pill bug is also rendered with great care, its segmented body and multiple legs depicted with remarkable accuracy. This illustration is a testament to Hoefnagel's mastery of the art of natural history illustration during the sixteenth century. It is a valuable addition to the collection of the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., where it is displayed as part of the European art collection. The illustration invites us to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the natural world, while also providing a glimpse into the scientific interests and artistic achievements of the Renaissance era.
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