Papilio Nephalion, Dimas & Sesostris Butterflies
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- Artist / Collection: Pierre-Hippolyte Lucas
- Product Code: FRP34293
US$95.00
Papilio Nephalion, Dimas & Sesostris Butterflies
23.5 x 14.5cm (9.25x 5.5 inches).
Papilio nephalion butterfly from Brazil. Papilio dimas butterfly from Brazil. Papilio sesostris butterfly from GuyanaThis 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 | Multicolored |
| Size Category | 21 to 30 cm [8 to 12 inches] |
