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Microscopic Study of Insect Anatomy: Hand-Colored Engraving from Bertuch, 1798
€80 ($90, £70, €80)
Period original, not a reproduction.
Shipped from the Netherlands, flat, insured and tracked, worldwide. Returns accepted within 14 days.
- Date
- 1798
- Size
- 10.1 × 7.8 in (25.7 × 19.7 cm)
- Condition
- The print is in good condition, with sharp details and intact edges. Minor age-toning and a few foxing spots are visible but typical for its age. A captivating addition for collectors, or anyone with a passion for natural history.
- Period
- 18th century
- Artist or book
- Bertuch
- Section
- Insects and butterflies
- Reference
- f_43324292
Title: Microscopic Study of Insect Anatomy: Hand-Colored Engraving from Bertuch's "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (1790s)
Description: This intricate copperplate engraving delves into the microscopic anatomy of insects, showcasing detailed cellular and structural elements. Figures include magnified insect cellular structures (Fig. 1), complex texture patterns (Fig. 2), and internal systems and organ structures (Fig. 3 and 4).
Part of Friedrich Johann Bertuch's renowned "Bilderbuch für Kinder," this plate exemplifies the fusion of scientific inquiry and artistic detail that defined Bertuch's 12-volume encyclopedia. It provides a fascinating glimpse into early entomological studies and microscopic observations.
Condition: The print is in good condition, with sharp details and intact edges. Minor age-toning and a few foxing spots are visible but typical for its age. A captivating addition for collectors, educators, or anyone with a passion for natural history.
