Brafman, David
Insects and Flowers: The Art of Maria Sibylla Merian
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780892369294
- author:
- Brafman, David
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Getty Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 52
- Dimensions:
- 11.4 x 0.8 x 15.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History of art & design styles: c 1600 to c 1800
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Maria Sibylla Merian's Insects & Flowers is a captivating collection of 16 hand-colored engravings from the artist and scientist's groundbreaking book Metamorphosis of the Insects of Suriname. This beautifully reproduced gift book features vivid color details and an engaging essay on Merian's life and work, as well as an insect and plant identification guide.
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