Two Dragonflies and Five Butterflies 1644 - 1652

"Two Dragonflies and Five Butterflies" is an etching by Wenceslaus Hollar, a prolific Czech-born artist who lived and worked in England. This intricate print, created between 1644 and 1652, showcases Hollar's meticulous attention to detail as he depicts various insects with astonishing accuracy. The delicate lines of the etchings capture the intricate patterns of the butterflies' wings and the delicate veins of the dragonflies. Hollar's work exemplifies the popularity of natural history studies during the 17th century and the growing interest in detailed scientific illustration.