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Entomology of South Australia - Lepidoptera [B 15276/37] • Photograph

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Summary

Plate 37: South Australian Lepidoptera. Comprises sketches of 30 specimens of butterflies and moths (in various stages). In the accompanying description, the species are identified, together with details of where they are found.

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Physical description

Artwork (lithograph); 45.8 cm x 31.5 cm

Dates / Publication details

Approximately 1845

Artist

Angas, George French

Collection

Part of General Collection

Subject

Illustrations -- South Australia 1836-1851
Butterflies -- South Australia
Moths -- South Australia

Catalogue record

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General notes

This is one of 60 coloured lithographs found in the 1847 edition of 'South Australia Illustrated' by colonial artist George French Angas, together with a descriptive passage for each. The lithograph was created by William Wing from Angas' original painting. The date assigned is assumed to be approximately when the lithographs were created; the original paintings were done in earlier years.

This image has been copied from th19th century publication 'South Australia Illustrated'. By searching the catalogue for 'South Australia Illustrated' you will be able to view the entire book online.

Digitisation information

Date

30/05/2006

Format

image/tiff

Resolution

3,891 x 6,216 pixels (24.2 MP)

Size

72.59 MB

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