12584 Johannes Sluyter – Moths and Larvae on a Peach Branch – Engraving (1774)
This copperplate engraving, published in Amsterdam by Johannes Sluyter in 1774, depicts a naturalistic scene of moths, caterpillars, and pupae among the curling leaves of a peach branch. Executed with remarkable detail, the composition highlights various stages of lepidopteran metamorphosis, rendered in a natural setting with entomological precision.
The plate likely belongs to a scientific or artistic series exploring natural history subjects, in the tradition of 18th-century European Enlightenment illustration. The stylized foliage, paired with the dynamic flight of the moths above, reflects both observational accuracy and decorative elegance.
Artist or Maker: Johannes Sluyter.
Dimensions: 31.5 cm x 20.5 cm.
Medium: Copperplate Engraving.
Date: 1774.
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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.
| Värdering | 300 - 400 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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