Publisher's Synopsis
A Guide to Nature Printing: Butterflies and Moths is a book written by A. M. C. and published in 1879. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of nature printing, specifically focusing on butterflies and moths. Nature printing is a technique that involves pressing objects such as leaves, flowers, and insects onto paper, creating a detailed and accurate impression of the object. The book starts with an introduction to the history and techniques of nature printing, including a detailed explanation of the materials and tools required for the process. It then goes on to provide step-by-step instructions for creating prints of butterflies and moths, including how to prepare the specimens, how to create the printing plates, and how to make the prints themselves. The book is filled with detailed illustrations and diagrams, making it easy for readers to follow along with the instructions. It also includes a section on how to mount and display the finished prints, as well as tips for preserving them over time. Overall, A Guide to Nature Printing: Butterflies and Moths is an essential resource for anyone interested in the art of nature printing, as well as for collectors and enthusiasts of butterflies and moths.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
