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Poster Print : Goliath beetle, Goliathus goliatus 1 and common
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Goliath beetle, Goliathus goliatus 1 and common
Goliath beetle, Goliathus goliatus 1 and common gull, Larus canus 2. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by A. Carie Baron from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Baron Beetle Carie Coleoptera Common Dhistoire Dictionary Dictionnaire Entomology Felix Edouard Goliath Goliathus Guerin Meneville Gull Larus Lepidoptera Naturelle Pedretti Pittoresque Seagull Canus
20x30 inch Poster Print
Discover the awe-inspiring world of the Goliath beetle with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the impressive Goliathus goliatus 1, also known as the Goliath beetle. With its massive size and distinctive horns, this beetle is a true natural wonder. Accompanying this majestic creature is the Common Gull, Larus canus 2, adding an intriguing contrast to the poster. Hand-coloured steel engraving by Pedretti, based on an illustration by A, these poster prints bring the beauty and detail of these creatures right into your home or office. Experience the wonder of the natural world with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints.
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 stunning hand-colored steel engraving, created by Pedretti after an illustration by A. Carie Baron, showcases two fascinating creatures from the natural world: the Goliath beetle, Goliathus goliatus 1, and the common gull, Larus canus 2. The image, taken from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), published in Paris between 1834 and 1839, captures the awe-inspiring size and intricate details of the Goliath beetle. With a body length of up to 17 centimeters and a wingspan of 30 centimeters, this beetle is the largest extant species in the Coleoptera order, making it a true colossus of the insect world. In contrast, the common gull, also known as the seagull, is depicted in the background, seemingly dwarfed by the towering beetle. With its distinctive white plumage, black wingtips, and yellow beak, this bird is a common sight along coastlines and inland bodies of water. The intricate details of both creatures are beautifully rendered in this exquisite engraving, providing a captivating glimpse into the natural history of these remarkable organisms. The image is a testament to the artistry and scientific curiosity of the time, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail and dedication to documenting the natural world that defined the era of natural history illustration.
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