Illustration, Lycaenidae
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Illustration, Lycaenidae
Illustration, Lycaenidae -- Polyommatus Euphemus, Polyommatus Cyllarus, Polyommatus Minima, Polyommatus Argiolus, Polyommatus Damon, Polyommatus Corydon, Polyommatus Bellargus, Polyommatus Icarus, Polyommatus Astrarche, Polyommatus Argus, Polyommatus Argiades, Lycaena Hippothoe, Lycaena Dispar (variety Rutilus). The plants are Coronilla Varia, Restharrow (Onosis Spinosa) and Whin (Genista Germanica). Date: 1898
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1898 Argus Branches Butterflies Butterfly Dispar Genista Germanica Icarus Lycaena Lycaenidae Markings Minima Moth Moths Polyommatus Rutilus Spinosa Varia Whin Wing Wings Bellargus Coronilla Corydon Damon Restharrow
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This illustration, dated 1898, showcases an enchanting collection of the Lycaenidae family, also known as the gossamer-winged butterflies. The featured species include Polyommatus Euphemus, Cyllarus, Minima, Argiolus, Damon, Corydon, Bellargus, Icarus, Astrarche, Argus, Argiades, Hippothoe, and Dispar (variety Rutilus). These delicate creatures are depicted gracefully perched on various branches of Coronilla Varia, Restharrow (Onosis Spinosa), and Whin (Genista Germanica). The late Victorian era, with its fascination for natural history, is beautifully encapsulated in this illustration. The intricate details of the butterflies' vibrant markings and the delicate folds of their wings are rendered with exquisite precision. The plants, with their textured branches and leaves, provide a natural backdrop that accentuates the beauty of these enchanting insects. The Polyommatus species, with their varied colorations and patterns, are a testament to the natural world's intricacy and diversity. The Restharrow and Whin plants, native to Europe, add a touch of authenticity to the scene, further emphasizing the importance of documenting the natural world during this era. This illustration is a stunning reminder of the fascination and appreciation for the natural world that characterized the late Victorian period. It invites us to pause and marvel at the intricacies of nature, and to reflect on the rich history of scientific discovery and documentation that continues to inspire and captivate us today.
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