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Moses Harris
The Aurelian, A Natural History of English Moths Butterflies Plate XXXVIII

1778

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Moses Harris ( British 1731-1785 ) Plate XXXVIII ,The Aurelian, A Natural History of English Moths and Butterflies Hand colored engraving 1778 edition 17.88 x 11.00 Very good condition PlateXXXVIII from The Aurelian, A Natural History of English Moths and Butterflies 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. 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: LU78032496773

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