This artwork is available in the following sizes and formats (in inches):

12x18 paper poster · 12x18 paper giclée · 12x18 wrapped canvas print · 12x18 wrapped canvas giclée · 16x24 paper giclée · 16x24 wrapped canvas print · 18x27 paper giclée · 20x30 paper poster · 20x30 paper giclée · 20x30 wrapped canvas print · 20x30 wrapped canvas giclée · 24x36 paper giclée · 24x36 wrapped canvas print · 24x36 wrapped canvas giclée

Note: All sizes refer to the printed image. On paper posters a white border of approximately 2 inches surrounds the image for optional trimming, framing, or mounting.

William Forsell Kirby (1844-1912) was an English entomologist and folklorist. Born in Leicester, he developed a keen interest in butterflies and moths from an early age. His significant contributions spanned both entomology and literature. Kirby authored the "Manual of European Butterflies" in 1862, a comprehensive guide to European butterfly species. Later, he became a curator at the Museum of the Royal Dublin Society, where he produced the "Synonymic Catalogue of Diurnal Lepidoptera" in 1871, followed by a supplement in 1877. His work extended to orthopteroid insects, resulting in a three-volume "Catalogue of all known species" (1904, 1906, 1910). Kirby's linguistic prowess allowed him to fully translate Finland's national epic, the "Kalevala," from Finnish into English. His meticulous footnotes also enriched Sir Richard Burton's translation of the "Arabian Nights." Beyond science, Kirby's legacy resonates through his multifaceted contributions to both natural history and folklore.

Image Orientation: Portrait

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