Poster about bees and bumblebees, based on an old engraving from 1849.

Poster of bees and bumblebees, based on an 1849 engraving from Charles Dessalines D'Orbigny's Universal Dictionary of Natural History. Dimensions: 21 X 29 cm. Frame not included. High-quality, thick paper, 250 gsm. Shipped securely in a rigid package. This superb entomological illustration highlights various species of hymenoptera, including the garden bumblebee, the carpenter bee, and the spotted melittis. Each insect is meticulously depicted with its anatomical details: transparent wings, metallic sheen, velvety thorax, and colorful abdomen. The plates, enhanced with delicate colors, evoke the naturalist aesthetic of the 19th century and will appeal to both insect enthusiasts and lovers of vintage decor. Perfect for an office, a cabinet of curiosities or a beekeeper's workshop, this poster evokes the world of beehives, wildflowers, magnifying glasses and entomological boxes.