1986 Jewel Longhorn Beetle Sternotomis Bohemani Print - Durin Bernard Les Insectes Scientific Picture - Chevrolat Entomology - 11 x 13 in

This is a gorgeous high quality vintage print with vivid colours taken from a disbound copy of Les Insectes by Bernard Durin. The dimensions are 11 x 13 inches. Visit https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ForestHillArtsHouse?section_id=53836226 for more Insects prints. The coloration of this species, is relatively constant, though certain variations, lacking scientific value, have been described. These beautiful longhorn beetles are particularly prized by collectors, which is why they attract dealers. Whenever color variations bear a Latin name, the insects are naturally more sought after by collectors, making them more marketable. Sternotomis bohemani was named by the Swedish entomologist Boheman. The bands and yellow or brown spots stand out vividly against the green background, sometimes blue. The body measures about 3 cm, but the male antennae far exceed the length of the body; in contrast, the female antennae are about equal to the length of the body. This beautiful species belongs to the coffee longhorn beetles and can be harmful to coffee and cacao plantations. This longhorn beetle inhabits Abyssinia, Zanzibar, East Africa as far as South Africa, Uganda, Angola, and Cameroon. **Background** The artist Bernard Durin was an artist and illustrator transforming the tiniest creatures into works of art. Born in France in 1940, "Beetles and Other Insects," was published in 1980. It is considered a masterpiece. Durin has captured the intricate patterns, textures, and colours of his subjects with stunning accuracy. He made around 60 portraits of insects, using rare and fascinating specimens entrusted to him by the entomologists of the Museum of Natural History in Paris. Durin’s work combines scientific precision with artistic beauty. This has made them valuable to entomologists and other scientists. Bernard Durin passed away in 1988. His illustrations continue to be admired for their beauty and precision, and they remain a valuable resource for anyone interested in the natural world. **About Your Purchase:** - Your purchase is this ORIGINAL vintage print. No modern reprints, reproductions, or copies. - Please note: This print is sold unmounted. **Condition:** Good. Consistent with age. The reverse has text in German. There is no show-through. **Returns & Shipping** - **Returns:** No-questions-asked within 14 days provided in the same condition as dispatched; buyer pays return shipping. - **Packaging:** All prints are securely packaged in a clear bag with a board-backed envelope, further reinforced with recycled cardboard. - Dispatched via Royal Mail Tracked 24/48 (and Royal Mail Tracked International) with: - UK delivery within 1-3 days - US/EU delivery within 5-12 days - Rest-of-world delivery within 7-21 days