BROWN BEAR MOTH & BURNET MOTH (Arctia caja & Zygaena filipendulae) 1883 Engraving

This beautifully composed antique engraving from 1883 features a detailed grouping of moths and caterpillars, including the striking Brown Bear Moth (Arctia caja) and the Six-spot Burnet Moth (Zygaena filipendulae). The scene illustrates various life stages—adult moths, larvae, and pupae—surrounded by wild plants. Notably, figure 1 shows the large and boldly patterned Arctia caja with its broad wings, while figure 5 highlights the characteristic red-spotted forewings of the burnet moth.

Published in Brehm's Tierleben, this original page measures approximately 6.75 x 9.75 inches and includes descriptive German text on the reverse. It’s a remarkable visual study in natural entomological variation and coloration, offering both scientific value and decorative appeal for collectors of lepidopteran imagery.