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Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717) - Framed 18th Century Engraving Metamorphosis
Description
An original engraving by Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717). This unique 18th or early 19th century engraving with hand-colouring depicts the life cycle of a frog. The artist documents the process of metamorphosis in fine detail. The unusual composition creates the illusion of paper fixed to panel. Presented in a stained oak frame. Unsigned. On paper.Condition
The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration and light foxing. There is some wrinkling to the paper. There is light wear to the frame, including a small loss to the upper left.
Size
43 x 31.5cm (16.9" x 12.4")Framed Size: 65 x 51cm (25.6" x 20.1")
Artist Biography
Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717) was a German born artist, scientific illustrator and naturalist, known for her illustrations of insects and plants. Merian was instrumental in documenting the process of metamorphosis at a time when insects and other creatures were thought to appear magically from mud. Her works contributed greatly to the advance of entomology in the late 17th and early 18th centuries.
| SKU | rx464 |
|---|---|
| Artist | Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717) |
| Date | 18th Century |
| Dimensions | 43 x 31.5cm |
| Medium | Engraving |
| Style | Illustration Art |
| Subject | Animals |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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