and constitute the only living dinosaurs

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The original image dates back to the 18th century and has been digitally restored to its former glory

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Merian Plate No.2 Vitis Florens Ramme:ingen ramme and constitute the only livingDuring Maria Sibylla Merian's lifetime (1647 1717), she studied, illustrated and published a number of works on the process of metamorphosis. The life and almost magic transformational process from catepillar to butterfly kept her documenting and travelling as far as South America, which was an exceptional feat for a woman at this time. The exceptionally beautiful prints show a delicacy in her drawings which are rich in detail. Printed with Japanese