{"product_id":"moths-lepidoptera-heterocera-plate-15-by-frederick-ducane-godman-1879","title":"Moths (Lepidoptera: Heterocera, Plate 15) by Frederick DuCane Godman, 1879","description":"\u003cp\u003eInsecta Lepidoptera–Heterocera Pl 015 (1879) by Frederick DuCane Godman is a quintessential Victorian zoological illustration created at the height of 19th-century natural history. Godman’s plate assembles a selection of moths for close study, set against a pale ground so their shapes, patterns, and subtle textures are unmistakable. Vivid yellows and warm oranges punctuate the composition, echoing the era’s commitment to clarity and accuracy in taxonomic work while creating a surprisingly elegant, almost decorative arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine art print is produced by The Unique Maps Co on museum-quality, acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas, faithfully restored to honor the detail of the original plate. Available in a curated range of sizes with optional framing, it can be tailored to your space—from a compact study print to a statement centerpiece. Personalization is welcome: we can add a discreet title line, date, or dedication; preserve or tastefully crop the original plate margins; and coordinate framing and matting to suit classic or contemporary interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrederick DuCane Godman (1834–1919) was an English naturalist and entomologist celebrated for his work on the classification and illustration of Lepidoptera—especially moths and butterflies. Active within the vibrant networks of Victorian science, he helped bring rigorous visual documentation to a broad audience of collectors, scholars, and curious readers, shaping how the public came to understand biodiversity in an age of discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject here—Lepidoptera: Heterocera—reflects an older scientific distinction that grouped moths apart from butterflies. Plates like this were more than beautiful pictures; they were instruments of knowledge. The clear arrangement and labeling, the careful spacing of specimens, and the standardized presentation speak to a methodical, educational purpose, supporting the Victorian zeal for classifying and ordering the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook closely at the color and draftsmanship: the crisp outlines, fine strokes, and subtle shading suggest the downy texture of wings and the delicate scallops and bands along the margins. Against a white field, the yellows and oranges feel luminous yet restrained, allowing each specimen’s markings to read at a glance. The overall effect is both scientific and serene—an ideal piece for anyone who appreciates natural history, taxonomic clarity, and the quiet drama of Victorian design. It’s the kind of print that invites repeat viewing, revealing new intricacies each time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis historic natural history plate makes a thoughtful gift for entomologists, science teachers, and collectors, as well as a refined choice for Christmas, Mother’s or Father’s Day, a birthday, or a housewarming—especially for someone who loves Victorian art, cabinet-of-curiosity style, or the beauty of 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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. 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