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Late 18th Century Pair Botanical Engravings Metamorphosis Pair Antique Framed Merian
Wilmington, DE
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This exceptional pair of 18th-century botanical engravings is from Maria Sibylla Merian's Metamorphosis of the Insects of Suriname. First published …
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This exceptional pair of 18th-century botanical engravings is from Maria Sibylla Merian's Metamorphosis of the Insects of Suriname. First published in 1705 and reprinted in 1730, Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensis broadened European perspectives on the natural world by depicting insects in relation to the plants they inhabit. Maria Sibylla Merian was a pioneering botanical illustrator, explorer, writer, and publisher who used her multifaceted skills to create this seminal work. The engravings are printed on early laid paper with a "HONIG" watermark. Honig was a Dutch paper mill established by brothers Jan and Cornelis Honig in 1709.
These engravings are tastefully matted and framed, ready to be displayed in an entryway, bedroom, dining room, or similar setting. They also make a unique and thoughtful gift for a nature enthusiast.
They are numbered, signed and represent the following plants and insects:
Plate 23 by P. Sluyter: Illustrates the Baccoves fruit from the banana family, featuring a blue Hagedis lizard, eggs, caterpillar, cocoon, and two butterflies.
Plate 52 by J. Mulder: Depicts the China Apple or Orange Tree, with a caterpillar, cocoon, and butterfly.
Joseph Mulder (1658-1742) and Pieter Sluyter (1675-1715) were Dutch Golden Age printmakers who engraved these works from Merian’s original drawings. Merian oversaw all aspects of her publications during her lifetime.
These original antique engravings are rare and would add historical charm to your space. They are in very good condition with minor imperfections as shown and will be shipped fully insured with a tracking number.
Measurements: Frames: 25 3/16" by 21 1/4" by 0.8" (64 cm by 54 cm by 2 cm) approximately.
Weight: 11.4 lbs. for the pair unpacked approximately.
Item ID:5454
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- Dimensions
- 21.25ʺW × 0.8ʺD × 23.2ʺH
- Styles
- Traditional
- Art Subjects
- Botanic
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Late 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Engraving
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Orange
- Condition Notes
- They are in very good condition with minor imperfections as shown. They are in very good condition with minor imperfections as shown. less
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