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Illustration, Cymatophoridae -- Acronyctidae
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Illustration, Cymatophoridae -- Acronyctidae
Illustration, Cymatophoridae -- Acronyctidae -- Thyatira Batis, Cymatophora Or, Asphalia Flavicornis, Asphalia Ridens, Acronycta Leporina, Acronycta Alni, Acronycta Psi, Acronycta Aceris, Acronycta Auricoma. The plants are Bramble (Rubus Polymorphus), Aspen (Populus Tremula), Birch (Betula Alba) and Oak (Quercus Pedunculata). Date: 1898
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1898 Alba Aspen Betula Birch Bramble Branches Butterflies Butterfly Markings Moth Moths Pedunculata Populus Quercus Rubus Wing Wings Batis Thyatira Tremula
EDITORS COMMENTS
This illustration, dated 1898, showcases an enchanting assembly of Cymatophoridae and Acronyctidae moths, intricately perched upon the branches of various native European plants. The moths depicted in this stunning piece include the Thyatira Batis, Cymatophora Or, Asphalia Flavicornis, Asphalia Ridens, Acronycta Leporina, Acronycta Alni, Acronycta Psi, Acronycta Aceris, and Acronycta Auricoma. The illustration's naturalistic setting is adorned with an array of plants, adding to the overall beauty and intrigue of the image. Bramble (Rubus polymorphus), Aspen (Populus tremula), Birch (Betula alba), and Oak (Quercus pedunculata) branches provide the perfect backdrop for these moths to display their mesmerizing markings and wing structures. The late Victorian era, in which this illustration was created, was a time of great fascination with the natural world. The intricate details and lifelike accuracy of this illustration reflect the meticulous attention to detail and dedication to preserving the beauty of nature that characterized the scientific and artistic communities of the time. As we admire the delicate interplay between the moths and their plant surroundings, we are transported back to a time when the wonders of nature were a source of endless inspiration and discovery. This illustration serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and appreciating the natural world, both in the past and in the present.
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