Plate 70: Worm, Centipede, Millipede, and Other Long Creatures c. 1575 - 1580

"Plate 70: Worm, Centipede, Millipede, and Other Long Creatures" is a watercolor painting by Joris Hoefnagel, a renowned Flemish artist known for his meticulous depictions of natural history. Created between 1575 and 1580, the artwork showcases Hoefnagel’s skill in rendering the minute details of various insects and worms. The painting's composition features a circular frame surrounding eight different creatures, each portrayed with exceptional precision and realism. Hoefnagel’s work, like this plate, played a significant role in advancing scientific understanding and popularizing the study of natural history during the Renaissance.