{"product_id":"bees-wasps-and-ants-hymenoptera-plate-05-by-frederick-ducane-godman-1879","title":"Bees, Wasps and Ants (Hymenoptera, Plate 05) by Frederick DuCane Godman, 1879","description":"\u003cp\u003eInsecta Hymenoptera Pl. 05 (1879) by Frederick DuCane Godman is a superb Victorian zoological illustration created at the height of nineteenth‑century natural science. Made for study rather than spectacle, the plate presents members of the order Hymenoptera—bees, wasps, ants, and their relatives—with the cool precision that defined the era’s taxonomic ambition. Against a clean white ground, each specimen is rendered with fine linework and carefully modulated colour, balancing scientific clarity with a quiet decorative elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality fine art print produced by The Unique Maps Co., available on acid‑free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes—ready to frame or available professionally framed in our studio—and opt for personalization such as a caption with the Latin title and plate number, a dedication, or custom margins to preserve the plate mark aesthetic. Every print is color‑matched for faithful, enduring tones and finished to gallery standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrederick DuCane Godman (1834–1919) was an English naturalist, collector, and patron of science whose work helped shape late‑Victorian natural history publishing. A driving force behind major surveys of flora and fauna, he championed meticulous illustration as a cornerstone of classification. His plates brought together exact observation and refined draftsmanship, making complex subjects accessible to scholars and curious readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular plate focuses on Hymenoptera—literally “membrane‑winged”—the diverse order that encompasses bees, wasps, and ants. Typical of serious entomological works from the period, the specimens are arranged comparatively and keyed with small numerical references to guide identification alongside companion texts. The result is both a working scientific document and a visual record of nineteenth‑century taxonomy in practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe restrained palette—warm honeyed yellows and oranges, inky blacks, and soft beige tints on a crisp white field—heightens anatomical features without overwhelming them. Fine strokes define head segments, thoraxes, and abdomens; subtle shading suggests three‑dimensional form. As wall art, this print offers the best of Victorian scientific style: order, balance, and quiet beauty. It pairs effortlessly with natural wood or black frames and suits interiors from classic libraries to modern, minimalist spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful gift for entomologists, beekeepers, gardeners, natural history lovers, and educators, this elegant print is ideal for Christmas, Mother’s or Father’s Day, birthdays, graduations, or a housewarming—and a timeless way to celebrate the intricate design 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=\"\/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. 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