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Branch swamp immortelle Erythrina fusca saturniid moth
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Branch swamp immortelle Erythrina fusca saturniid moth
Branch of a swamp immortelle (Erythrina fusca) with saturniid moth (Arsenura armida) and larvae of an unknown species, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten, Merian, Maria Sibylla, 1647-1717, Transfer engraving, hand-colored, 1719, From Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium (Insects of Suriname), Dutch edition. Unsigned in 1705 edition, possibly engraved by Merian
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1647 1717 1719 Branch De Voortteeling Dutch Edition Engraved Hand Colored Insecten Insects Maria Sibylla Maria Sybilla Meriaen Merian Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinaemsche Suriname Surinamensium Transfer Engraving Unsigned Veranderingen Wonderbaerlyke Larvae Unknown Species
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This print showcases a branch of the enchanting swamp immortelle (Erythrina fusca) adorned with the exquisite presence of a saturniid moth (Arsenura armida) and mysterious larvae belonging to an unknown species. The image is derived from Maria Sybilla Merian's remarkable work titled "Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten" (On the reproduction and miraculous transformations of Surinamese insects), published in 1719 as part of her renowned book "Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium" (Insects of Suriname). The transfer engraving, delicately hand-colored, captures the intricate details and vibrant colors that characterize Merian's artistic style. Although it remains uncertain whether this particular engraving was executed by Merian herself, its inclusion in the 1705 edition suggests her involvement. Merian, a Dutch naturalist and artist who lived from 1647 to 1717, dedicated her life to studying insects' lifecycles and documenting their metamorphoses through meticulous observation. Her groundbreaking contributions significantly advanced scientific understanding during her time. This mesmerizing composition invites viewers into a world teeming with biodiversity, where nature's wonders unfold before our eyes. It serves as a testament to both Merian's exceptional talent as an illustrator and her profound curiosity about the intricacies of insect life.
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