This rare hand-coloured engraving is from the Jacob L'Admiral’s ””Nauwkeurige waarnemingen omtrent de veranderingen van vele insecten of gekorvene diertjes […]”. The work was published in Netherlands, 1774.   In this book, L'Admiral presents meticulous observations and studies of the changes in many different insects and other arthropods. The work focuses particularly on the metamorphosis of insects and their development from egg to adult individual. Artist Jacob L'Admiral Medium Hand-coloured engraving Size 27 cm x 43 cm  Date 1774 Condition Report This work is in very good to excellent condition overall. Please review the images carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. This item is professionally protected by handmade packing. The Certificate of Authenticity is included.