Argynnis Niphe & Idalia Butterflies
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- Artist / Collection: Pierre-Hippolyte Lucas
- Product Code: FRP34335
US$95.00
Argynnis Niphe & Idalia Butterflies
23.5 x 14.5cm (9.25x 5.5 inches).
Argynnis idalia butterfly from Jamaica and Central and Northern America. Argynnis niphe butterfly from China.This rare antique engraving is from "Histoire Naturelle des Lepidopteres Exotiques" by Pierre-Hippolyte Lucas. It was made in Paris in 1834, has superb original hand painted colouring and is in very good condition. The paper has a pleasant light cream tone. There is a little minor foxing. Lucas was a French entomologist at Paris's Natural History Museum.
| Style | |
| Date Made | 1800-1849 |
| Paper Size | 23.5 x 14.5cm (9.25x 5.5 inches) |
| Shape | Portrait |
| Main Color | Orange |
| Size Category | 21 to 30 cm [8 to 12 inches] |
