Maria Merian Insects Europe 1679 Poppy, Bluebell, Bullfinch

Poppy, Bluebell, Bullfinch
6 3/4 by 10 1/2 inches
MME1 $550

This is a selection of Maria Sibylla Merian prints from European Insects, published in 1679. The finely detailed & richly hand colored copper engravings portray butterflies & insects along with the fruits and flowers on which they lived. These extremely rare prints are considered some the most desirable in the entire world of print collection.

Each print is in excellent condition, measuring approximately 6 3/4 by 10 1/2 inches. The paper is heavy & chain-lined, and light creamy in color with a few fox marks & beautiful later professional hand coloring. There is no descriptive text.