#joris-hoefnagel

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fromAeon
2 weeks ago

Insect aesthetics - long viewed as pests, in the 16th century bugs became beautiful | Aeon Videos

Joris Hoefnagel's intricate illustrations of nature in 16th-century Antwerp blended art and science, particularly emphasizing insect life.
fromColossal
1 month ago

The 16th-Century Artist Who Created the First Compendium of Insect Drawings

Joris Hoefnagel created The Four Elements, a multi-volume collection with over 300 watercolor renderings showcasing insects and other natural specimens with remarkable detail and accuracy.
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