Flos grossulariae sativa spinosa (Flowering Gooseberry) with Insects – Colorized Reproduction from Erucarum Ortus (1717) – GoGardenNow Exclusive
This vibrant reproduction portrays Flos grossulariae sativa spinosa, the flowering gooseberry, its delicate yellow-green blossoms nestled among spiny green leaves. Around the plant are shown the life stages of an insect—a bright green caterpillar, its chrysalis, and a moth with bold orange-brown wings—reflecting Johannes Goedaert’s fascination with the interconnectedness of plant and insect. Originally engraved for his Erucarum Ortus (1717), this plate illustrates both natural beauty and scientific curiosity.
Johannes Goedaert (1617 to 1668), a Dutch painter and naturalist from Middelbu g, was among the first to record insect metamorphosis directly from nature. Though lacking microscopes or formal scientific training, he raised caterpillars, observed their transformations, and documented them with precision and artistry. His Erucarum Ortus, translated as The Origin of Caterpillars, Worms, and Flies, was published after his death and influenced generations of naturalists, including Maria Sibylla Merian. Today, his engravings remain treasured for uniting artistic elegance with scientific discovery.
This reproduction is a GoGardenNow exclusive, available only through our curated collection of historic botanical and entomological prints.
Product features
- Vibrant colors thanks to advanced printing techniques that capture bold designs.
- Choice of two premium papers: satin for a glossy finish or archival matte for a classic look.
- Crafted with care, printed and assembled in the USA for quality assurance.
- Multiple sizes available, catering to both large and small spaces.
Care instructions
- If the poster does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.
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Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Care instructions: If the poster does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.
