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Curtis British Entomology Plate 424
Lepidoptera: *Psodos equestrata (Gold Four-spot Moth. Specimen ?from Mr. Plastead?s cabinet? - not British? Cf. the montane mainland-European P. quadrifaria) [Plant: Linum catharticum (Purging Flax)] Date: 1824-39
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Butterflies Cabinet Curtis Entomology Flax From Ledipotera Linum Mainland European Montane Moth Purging Specimen
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of stunning poster prints featuring Curtis British Entomology Plate 424, exclusively licensed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image showcases the intricately detailed Gold Four-spot Moth, scientifically known as *Psodos equestrata. Though not native to Britain, its exotic allure is undeniable. Each print is produced with the highest quality standards, bringing the beauty of this Lepidopteran species into your home or office. Enhance your space with a touch of natural history and scientific wonder.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 424, featuring the Gold Four-spot Moth, Psodos equestrata. The intricately detailed illustration showcases the moth's vibrant gold and black wings, adorned with four distinct black spots. The specimen depicted in the plate is labeled as coming from "Mr. Plastead's cabinet," suggesting it may not have been originally collected in Britain. The related species, P. quadrifaria, is native to montane regions of mainland Europe, and the two species can be distinguished by the number and arrangement of their spots. The accompanying plant in the illustration is identified as Linum catharticum, commonly known as Purging Flax. This plant, native to Europe and western Asia, has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries due to its laxative properties. The inclusion of the plant in the entomological plate adds an additional layer of natural history interest to the image. This stunning plate is taken from the seminal work of John Curtis, a prominent English naturalist and entomologist of the 19th century. The publication of Curtis's British Entomology spanned from 1824 to 1839, and it remains an important reference work for the study of Lepidoptera, or butterflies and moths, in the United Kingdom. The high-quality illustrations in the series, produced by skilled engravers and artists, continue to captivate viewers and inspire appreciation for the natural world.
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