Butterfly Taxidermy full body mount - Sphingidae (Sphinx) - 36 cm - 46 cm - 6 cm - Non-CITES species
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Papillon specimen, scientific name Sphingidae (Sphinx), from France, dating to 2000, weight 1800 g, dimensions 46 cm × 36 cm × 6 cm, in good condition.
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Lot title: Large glazed entomological box of Sphinx moths (15 specimens & 3 chrysalises) - With Death's-head Hawkmoth (Acherontia atropos)
Superb and large glass-front entomological display box, measuring 46 x 36 x 6 cm, dedicated to the family Sphingidae (Sphinx).
The collection includes 14 specimens of nocturnal Lepidoptera (hawkmoths) rigorously prepared and labeled according to scientific standards, completed by 3 chrysalises on the right side, offering complete educational and scientific value.
Piece de résistance of the lot: A magnificent and large central specimen of Death's-head Hawkmoth (Acherontia atropos), renowned for the human skull pattern perfectly visible on its thorax.
Collection details:
Species included: A wide variety of European Sphinx moths, including among others Death's-head Hawkmoth (Acherontia atropos), Pine Hawkmoth (Sphinx pinastri), Spurge Hawk-moth, etc.
Dimensions of the frame: 46 cm x 36 cm x 6 cm. Black wooden frame with glass, of fine workmanship.
Origin: Private entomology collection. Species not subject to CITES restrictions.
Condition: Excellent overall. The specimens are complete, very well preserved and colours remain faithful. The frame and glass are intact.
Ideal for enhancing a cabinet of curiosities, a natural history display, or completing a scientific collection.
Very careful and secure shipping. The specimens will be safeguarded to prevent any movement of the pins during transport.
Lot title: Large glazed entomological box of Sphinx moths (15 specimens & 3 chrysalises) - With Death's-head Hawkmoth (Acherontia atropos)
Superb and large glass-front entomological display box, measuring 46 x 36 x 6 cm, dedicated to the family Sphingidae (Sphinx).
The collection includes 14 specimens of nocturnal Lepidoptera (hawkmoths) rigorously prepared and labeled according to scientific standards, completed by 3 chrysalises on the right side, offering complete educational and scientific value.
Piece de résistance of the lot: A magnificent and large central specimen of Death's-head Hawkmoth (Acherontia atropos), renowned for the human skull pattern perfectly visible on its thorax.
Collection details:
Species included: A wide variety of European Sphinx moths, including among others Death's-head Hawkmoth (Acherontia atropos), Pine Hawkmoth (Sphinx pinastri), Spurge Hawk-moth, etc.
Dimensions of the frame: 46 cm x 36 cm x 6 cm. Black wooden frame with glass, of fine workmanship.
Origin: Private entomology collection. Species not subject to CITES restrictions.
Condition: Excellent overall. The specimens are complete, very well preserved and colours remain faithful. The frame and glass are intact.
Ideal for enhancing a cabinet of curiosities, a natural history display, or completing a scientific collection.
Very careful and secure shipping. The specimens will be safeguarded to prevent any movement of the pins during transport.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Specimen
Butterfly
Scientific name
Sphingidae (Sphinx)
Country of origin
France
CITES relevancy
Non-CITES species
Condition
Good condition
Year
2000
Weight
1800 g
Height
36 cm
Width
46 cm
Depth
6 cm
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