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This antique hand-colored copperplate engraving by Jacob L'Admiral (1774) captures a meticulous depiction of Xanthorhoe Spadicearia on Malva. A fine example of early entomological and botanical illustration.
Details
Artist: Jacob L'Admiral
Plate title: Red Twin-spot Carpet (*Xanthorhoe Spadicearia*) on Mallow (*Malva*) Hand-colored engraving by Jacob L'Admiral (1774)
Technique: Hand-colored copperplate engraving
Year: 1774
Sheet size: approx. 26 x 43 cm
Condition: Very good, light age toning, vivid original coloring
Provenance: Private European collection
Discover more from this collection at: Jacob L'Admiral Collection
Specific References
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Original 1774 engraving by Jacob L'Admiral: Moths and Larvae on Fruit Tree Branch.
Original 1774 engraving by Jacob LâAdmiral: Swallowtail Butterfly on Thistle.
Original 1774 engraving by Jacob L'Admiral: Ornate Butterfly and Metamorphosis Detail.
Original 1774 engraving by Jacob L'Admiral: Early Moth Stage among Willow Leaves.