Cat's Claw (Mimosa circinalis)
Mark Catesby, pubblicato nel 1731–1743
- Artista
- Mark Catesby
- Datazione
- pubblicato nel 1731–1743
- Tipologia
- Stampa
- Tecnica
- etching and engraving with hand coloring on laid paper
- Dimensioni
- 34,9 × 26 cm
- Collezione
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licenza
- Pubblico dominio, CC0
Descrizione dell’immagine
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.