Butterflies
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Author: Eugenius Johann Christoph Esper

Work: Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur mit Beschreibungen

Date:  1777-1782

Print Style: Originally Hand-colored Engraving

Paper Size: ~ 7 3/4" by 9 1/2"

General Condition:  The work is in very good to excellent condition. There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions.
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Information about the work:

This attractive entomology engraving is from Eugenius Johann Christoph Esper's Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur mit Beschreibungen. The work was published by Wolfgang Walther between 1777 and 1782 in Erlangen, Germany. Esper completed the original drawings with the engravings being completed by Bock, Sturm, Tyroff, Volkart, & Walbert.

Eugenius Johann Christoph Esper (1742-1810) was a German zoologist and naturalist. He studied botany from a young age, was intending to study theology, but encouraged to pursue natural history by his professor. He was in charge of the Natural History department at Erlanger University. He collected numerous specimens that are now on display in the zoological museum in Munich.
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Guarantee:  This print is an original antique print and not a modern reproduction.  I guarantee this print to be authentic.  Due to its age, some imperfections can be expected.  Please view the detailed photo(s) below carefully.

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