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Moses HarrisThe Aurelian, A Natural History English Moths Butterflies Moses Harris pl. IX1778
1778
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Moses Harris ( British 1731-1785)
The Aurelian, A Natural History of English Moths and Butterflies – Plate IX
Hand-Colored Engraving
17.88 x 11.00
very good condition
Plate IX from The Aurelian, A Natural History of English Moths and Butterflies is by Moses Harris (1731-1785) who was one of the leading entomologists of the eighteenth century. The Aurelian, published in 1766 contains some of the most spectacular drawings of English butterflies and moths ever made. Harris was known for his realistic depictions of insects and the foliage that sustained them in their natural settings. His images have great scientific value and are also very beautifully rendered. The original text description accompanies this print and it is signed in the plate. It is in very good condition and is dedicated to Lord Viscount Charlemont by the artist. Very rare hand colored engraving from the original 1778 edition.
- Creator:Moses Harris (1731 - 1785, British)
- Creation Year:1778
- Dimensions:Height: 17.88 in (45.42 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)
- Medium:
- Period:1770-1779
- Condition:
- Gallery Location:Paonia, CO
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU78032496703
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