Madagascan Sunset Moth after 19th century French illustration in vintage frame

A wonderful antique book plate from ‘Le Jardin des Plantes’ dating to 1842 by 19th century French illustrator of natural history books, Paul Gervais (1816-79).

Featuring a beautiful pair of colourful Uranie Riphée or Madagascan Sunset Moths on a branch, recently professionally mounted, fitted and strung in a vintage gilt wood frame.

30cm X 24cm.

£45

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A wonderful antique book plate from ‘Le Jardin des Plantes’ dating to 1842 by 19th century French illustrator of natural history books, Paul Gervais (1816-79).

Featuring a beautiful pair of colourful Uranie Riphée or Madagascan Sunset Moths on a branch, recently professionally mounted, fitted and strung in a vintage gilt wood frame.

30cm X 24cm.