{"product_id":"insecta-hymenoptera-plate-13-by-frederick-ducane-godman-1879","title":"Insecta Hymenoptera (Plate 13) by Frederick DuCane Godman, 1879","description":"\u003cp\u003eInsecta Hymenoptera Pl. 13 (1879) by Frederick DuCane Godman is a refined Victorian zoological illustration from the high era of natural history publishing. Prepared to aid identification and comparison, the plate presents selected members of the Hymenoptera order—meticulously drawn, crisply numbered, and set against a pristine white ground. The composition reflects the period’s union of science and art: precise outlines, carefully observed anatomy, and succinct labels that guided researchers and collectors through the rapidly expanding catalog of global biodiversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality fine art print of Godman’s plate, produced by The Unique Maps Co. using pigment inks on acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, with optional mounting and framing in curated mouldings. Personalization is available on request—add a custom title plate, dedication, or date; adjust margins for matting; or select a canvas gallery wrap for a ready-to-hang presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrederick DuCane Godman (1834–1919) was an English naturalist, collector, and patron who helped shape the great surveys of flora and fauna in the late 19th century. Best known for his leadership in monumental projects documenting the natural history of the Americas, Godman championed the collaboration between field collectors, taxonomists, and illustrators. His name is closely associated with a generation of scholars who believed that beauty and precision in illustration were indispensable to scientific progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHymenoptera—encompassing bees, wasps, and ants—occupied a special place in Victorian inquiry because of their complex behavior, ecological importance, and remarkable diversity. Plates like this were essential tools: the neat numbering, succinct captions, and standardized arrangements allowed entomologists to compare wing venation, body segmentation, and antennae forms at a glance. Issued in 1879, this image speaks to a moment when classification, field exploration, and printed scholarship accelerated our understanding of insect life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artistry lies in the subtlety. Against the dominant white field, fine linework articulates elongated bodies and gossamer wings, with venation rendered in delicate strokes that feel almost translucent. A naturalistic palette of warm oranges and beiges softens the scientific rigor—amber abdominal bands, tawny thoraxes, and cream-toned highlights create a quiet rhythm across the page. The result is both informative and serenely decorative: a balanced arrangement that invites close study from a desk and complements a wall from across the room. For collectors of scientific art, natural history enthusiasts, and designers seeking organic motifs, this print offers a timeless conversation piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful choice for a study, library, or living room, Godman’s Hymenoptera plate also makes a distinguished gift—perfect for Christmas, birthdays, Mother’s or Father’s Day, housewarmings, graduations, or for anyone who loves entomology or has recently returned from travels that sparked a fascination with the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e a different size, a different colour, a special frame \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e then please \u003ca href=\"\/it\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e. I usually respond within a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at \u003ca href=\"\/it\/pages\/map-personalisation\"\u003emore examples of personalisation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also choose to \u003cem\u003eage\u003c\/em\u003e your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out \u003ca href=\"\/it\/pages\/sepia-aged-maps\"\u003elots of examples of other aged artwork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this art print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please \u003ca href=\"\/it\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/it\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My \u003ca href=\"\/it\/pages\/map-finishes-framed-canvas\"\u003estandard frames\u003c\/a\u003e come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and \u003ca href=\"\/it\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex\/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Unique Maps Co.","offers":[{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58416994976128,"sku":"UM00326944A","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58416995008896,"sku":"UM00326945A","price":228.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58416995041664,"sku":"UM00326946A","price":239.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58416995074432,"sku":"UM00326947A","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58416995107200,"sku":"UM00326948A","price":228.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed 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