“Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensiam” is an artwork created by Maria Sibylla Merian in 1705. This piece is part of the Naturalism art movement and belongs to the genre of animal painting.
The artwork meticulously depicts the transformative lifecycle of insects with an acute observation of flora, showcasing a branch with leaves, flowers, and various stages of insect development. It features several species of flora, complete with detailed representations of insects such as caterpillars and a moth. The botanical elements and the accompanying insects are rendered with precision, highlighting the intricate and symbiotic relationship between the plant and insect world. The artwork exemplifies Merian’s renowned attention to detail and her dedication to capturing the natural world in its purest form.
