176 Jacob L'Admiral (1700–1770) – Metamorphosis of Butterfly Species with Geranium (Plate XVI) – Engraving (1774)
This detailed entomological engraving, designated as Plate XVI, documents the life cycle and host plant of one or more butterfly or moth species, depicting the adult insects, caterpillars, and possibly pupae upon a stalk of Geranium (or similar botanical subject). The print originated from the highly specialized and rare natural history work, Accurate Descriptions of the Metamorphoses of Many Insects (Naauwkeurige Waarneemingen omtrent de veranderingen van veele Insekten).
Jacob L'Admiral was a Dutch amateur entomologist, artist, and engraver whose meticulous drawings provided detailed and scientifically progressive studies of insect metamorphosis and were highly valued for their accuracy and artistic quality during the 18th century.
Artist or Maker:Jacob L'Admiral
Dimensions:35 cm x 24 cm.
Medium:Engraving
Date:1774
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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