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Peacock flower Caesalpinia pulcherrima metamorphosis
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Peacock flower Caesalpinia pulcherrima metamorphosis
Peacock flower (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) and metamorphosis of tobacco hawk moth (Manduca sexta), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten, Merian, Maria Sibylla, 1647-1717, Sluyter, Peter, 1645-1722, Transfer engraving, hand-colored, 1719, From Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium (Insects of Suriname), Dutch edition
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1645 1722 1647 1717 1719 De Voortteeling Dutch Edition Hand Colored Insecten Insects Maria Sibylla Maria Sybilla Meriaen Merian Metamorphosis Metamorphosis Insectorum Moth Peter Sluyter Surinaemsche Suriname Surinamensium Transfer Engraving Veranderingen Wonderbaerlyke Peacock Flower
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Peacock flower (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) and the remarkable metamorphosis of the tobacco hawk moth (Manduca sexta). The image is derived from Maria Sybilla Merian's renowned work, "Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten" (On the reproduction and miraculous transformations of Surinamese insects), which was published in 1719 as part of her book "Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium" (Insects of Suriname). The hand-colored transfer engraving transports us to a world where nature's wonders unfold before our eyes. The vibrant hues and intricate details bring alive the delicate petals of the Peacock flower, with its stunning shades ranging from fiery reds to vibrant yellows. As we marvel at this floral spectacle, our gaze shifts towards the transformative journey undergone by the tobacco hawk moth. From its initial form as a tiny caterpillar, we witness its astonishing metamorphosis into an elegant adult moth. This enchanting process symbolizes growth, resilience, and transformation in nature. Maria Sibylla Merian's meticulous observation skills captured these extraordinary moments with precision and artistry. This Dutch edition print not only serves as a visual delight but also pays homage to Merian's groundbreaking contributions to entomology during her time. It reminds us that even centuries later, her
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