Vibrant Victorian Butterfly Lithographs: Delicate Portraits by Moore, 1878
€ 260
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Date
1878
Sheet size
27.5 × 21 cm (10.8 × 8.3 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-13887-31, -32
Condition
Good condition. The prints are well preserved, with rich, vibrant colors. There is minor age-related toning along the edges and some occasional light foxing, which is typical for works of this vintage and does not affect the central image.
About this sheet
Vibrant Victorian Butterfly Lithographs: Delicate Portraits by Frederic C. Moore
This remarkable pair of lithographs, created by Frederic C. Moore in 1878, showcases the incredible diversity of butterfly species with their unique colorations and patterns.
The plates, Pl. 220 and Pl. 222, feature a variety of stunning butterflies, including 'Euripus nyctelius' (Courtesan), known for its striking brown and white banded wings, and 'Cethosia cyane' (Leopard Lacewing), admired for its vibrant mosaic of colors, blending blues, greens, and yellows.
Each butterfly is rendered with meticulous attention to detail, capturing the characteristic wing structures and subtle nuances of their patterns. These lithographs reflect the Victorian fascination with the natural world, combining scientific accuracy with artistic beauty, making them perfect for collectors of natural history art.
Condition Report: The lithographs are in good condition, with vibrant colors that remain clear. Light age toning and minor foxing are present along the edges, which is typical for items of this age, but these do not detract from the beauty of the illustrations.
