Cat's Claw (Mimosa circinalis)

Mark Catesby, publicado en 1731–1743

The image displays a small leafy tree or branch with pink fluffy flowers in the upper right. In the lower right, there is a large, intricately patterned butterfly. The color palette includes shades of green, light brown, pink, vibrant yellow, and black. Brown seed pods are observed hanging down in the center left of the image. The tree occupies the top half of the image, with the butterfly in the bottom right showcasing its wings' patterns and colors.
Artista
Mark Catesby
Fecha
publicado en 1731–1743
Tipo
Estampa
Técnica
etching and engraving with hand coloring on laid paper
Medidas
34,9 × 26 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

The image displays a small leafy tree or branch with pink fluffy flowers in the upper right. In the lower right, there is a large, intricately patterned butterfly. The color palette includes shades of green, light brown, pink, vibrant yellow, and black. Brown seed pods are observed hanging down in the center left of the image. The tree occupies the top half of the image, with the butterfly in the bottom right showcasing its wings' patterns and colors.

Mark Catesby