Robert Bénard – Lepidoptera Metamorphosis and Winged Specimens – Engraving
"Insects: Diurnal and Nocturnal Lepidoptera" captures a scientific natural history study featuring developmental caterpillars and chrysalides alongside fully developed winged specimens. The plate was produced in Paris between 1782 and 1832 for Charles-Joseph Panckoucke's authoritative multi-volume publication Encyclopédie Méthodique. Robert Bénard was a prominent French engraver who directed the production of thousands of masterfully executed technical and natural history plates for major Enlightenment encyclopedias. Artist or Maker: Robert Bénard. Dimensions: Approximately 28 cm x 22 cm. Medium: Engraving. Date: 1782–1832.SKU:Benard-AUC
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
"Insects: Diurnal and Nocturnal Lepidoptera" captures a scientific natural history study featuring developmental caterpillars and chrysalides alongside fully developed winged specimens. The plate was produced in Paris between 1782 and 1832 for Charles-Joseph Panckoucke's authoritative multi-volume publication Encyclopédie Méthodique. Robert Bénard was a prominent French engraver who directed the production of thousands of masterfully executed technical and natural history plates for major Enlightenment encyclopedias. Artist or Maker: Robert Bénard. Dimensions: Approximately 28 cm x 22 cm. Medium: Engraving. Date: 1782–1832.SKU:Benard-AUC
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
