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Antique Hand-Colored Moth and Butterfly Prints - Rare 19th-Century IllustrationsAntique Hand-Colored Moth and Butterfly Prints - Rare 19th-Century IllustrationsAntique Hand-Colored Moth and Butterfly Prints - Rare 19th-Century IllustrationsAntique Hand-Colored Moth and Butterfly Prints - Rare 19th-Century IllustrationsAntique Hand-Colored Moth and Butterfly Prints - Rare 19th-Century Illustrations

Insects & Arachnids

Antique Hand-Colored Moth and Butterfly Prints - Rare 19th-Century Illustrations

US$247

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Sheet size
14.7 × 23.4 cm (5.8 × 9.2 in)
Reference
BG-13887-7, BG-13887-8
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

Condition

Good, given age. Some general age-related toning and occasional light staining or foxing. Please study scan carefully. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling.

About this sheet

This set of two exquisite antique prints showcases detailed hand-colored engravings of moths and butterflies, emphasizing the beauty and diversity of Lepidoptera. Created by Blanchard and Fournier in the 19th century, these plates are part of a larger series dedicated to natural history and entomology. They feature remarkable artistry and scientific precision, making them prized collectibles for lovers of natural history.

1. Plate 1:
- Species Depicted:
- Attacus grand paon de nuit (Saturnia pyri), also known as the Giant Peacock Moth, Europe's largest moth.
- Attacus petit paon de nuit (Saturnia pavonia), the Small Emperor Moth.
- These stunning moths are illustrated with their iconic eye-like wing patterns, used as a defense mechanism to deter predators.

2. Plate 2:
- Species Depicted:
- Sphinx tête de mort (Acherontia atropos), the Death's-head Hawkmoth, famous for the skull-like marking on its thorax.
- Zygène de la filipendule (Zygaena filipendulae), the Six-spot Burnet Moth, known for its vibrant red spots.
- Syntomeida phageo (Syntomis phageo), a colorful day-flying moth with a striking black and green pattern.
- This plate highlights both the dramatic patterns and vibrant coloration of these species, showcasing their unique adaptations.

These prints are perfect examples of the intersection of art and science, with meticulous detailing and vivid hand-coloring. They serve as a historical record of entomological studies and an artistic celebration of nature’s diversity.

Perfect for collectors of antique scientific illustrations, these prints are ready to be framed and displayed in a study, library, or as part of a curated gallery wall.

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Antique Hand-Colored Moth and Butterfly Prints - Rare 19th-Century Illustrations
Antique Hand-Colored Moth and Butterfly Prints - Rare 19th-Century Illustrations
Ref. BG-13887-7, BG-13887-8 · US$247
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