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Photographic Print : Morpho menelaus, blue morpho butterfly
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Morpho menelaus, blue morpho butterfly
Plate 53 from Metamorphosis Insectorum (1705) by Maria Sybilla Merian
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17th Century Anna Maria Sibylla Merian Arthropod Arthropoda Brush Footed Butterfly Butterflies Butterfly Four Footed Butterfly Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Lepidoptera Lepidopteran Merian Metamorphosis Morpho Blue Morpho Blue Morpho Butterfly Invertebrata Menelaus Blue Morpho
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating collection of Photographic Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the exquisite image of a Blue Morpho Butterfly (Morpho menelaus) by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning print is taken from Plate 53 of the renowned Metamorphosis Insectorum (1705) by Maria Sibylla Merian. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the Blue Morpho's wings are brought to life in this high-quality print, making it a must-have for any nature enthusiast or art lover's collection. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials and printing techniques to ensure a stunning, long-lasting result. Bring the beauty of the natural world into your home or office with this magnificent Blue Morpho Butterfly print from Media Storehouse.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.4cm x 25.4cm (7.2" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Plate 53 from Metamorphosis Insectorum (1705) by the renowned naturalist Maria Sibylla Merian, features an exquisite illustration of the Morpho menelaus, commonly known as the Blue Morpho butterfly. This stunning invertebrate, belonging to the Lepidoptera order and more specifically the Nymphalidae family, is renowned for its vibrant blue wings, which are a result of the chitin layer reflecting light in a particular way. The Blue Morpho butterfly, also referred to as the Cramer's Blue or Four-footed Butterfly, is native to Central and South America. Merian's meticulous observation and illustration of this creature during her extensive travels in the late 17th century significantly contributed to the scientific understanding of the insect's life cycle and morphology. The illustration showcases the butterfly in its adult form, with its wings spread wide, revealing the intricate patterns and colors. The Blue Morpho is a diurnal creature, meaning it is active during the day. It is also known as a brush-footed butterfly or hexapod due to its six legs. The Morpho menelaus undergoes complete metamorphosis, transforming from a caterpillar to a pupa, and finally to an adult butterfly. The caterpillar feeds on the leaves of various plants, while the pupa, or chrysalis, is the stage where the transformation takes place. Merian's illustration is a testament to her extraordinary talent and her dedication to documenting the natural world. The Blue Morpho butterfly remains a symbol of beauty and wonder in the realm of the insect kingdom, and continues to inspire awe and fascination among naturalists and art enthusiasts alike.
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