Plate XL (1764) by Martin Frobenius Ledermüller

Plate XL (1764) by Martin Frobenius Ledermüller

$40.00

Plate XL (1764) by Martin Frobenius Ledermüller
A magnified comparison between a needle and a bee’s stinger, shown still encased in its sheath.
This hand-colored engraving from Amusement microscopique highlights the surprising flaws of manmade tools versus the intricate precision of natural ones.
Ledermüller’s goal was both scientific and philosophical — nature, he argues, wins.

Printed as a museum-quality giclée on matte fine art paper (200gsm), using rich 12-color ink. Unframed. 11”x14” with a custom, irregular white border.

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  • Print size: 11″ × 14″
  • Paper: 200gsm, FSC-certified matte fine art paper
  • Ink: Giclée 12-color process for rich, accurate color and detail
  • Finish: Smooth matte texture
  • Framing: Ships unframed so you can choose the perfect frame
  • Made to order: Printed and shipped directly from a U.S. professional fine art lab

Made to order and ships in 2–5 business days.
Smaller prints ship flat; larger prints may ship rolled in a sturdy tube for protection.
Available in the U.S. only. Shipping costs and delivery times are calculated at checkout.

I collect old, overlooked, and strangely beautiful pieces of public domain art — the ones with charm, texture, and a little grit.
Sometimes I restore them gently. Sometimes I crop or remix them completely.
Every piece is chosen for its feel — not just its history.

It’s about giving old art a second life by making it look incredible on modern walls.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not at this time. After testing several options, we found that most on-demand framing solutions just didn’t meet our quality standards. We’d rather send you a stunning print and let you choose the perfect frame.

These are giclée fine art prints on matte, FSC-certified paper (200gsm). It’s smooth, durable, and designed for museum-level archival quality.

Mostly — but screens vary. Colors may appear slightly different depending on your monitor or lighting. That said, the giclée printing process creates stunningly rich, accurate tones in person.

Because each piece is made to order, we don’t accept returns. But if something arrives damaged or incorrect, we’ll make it right — just contact us within 7 days of delivery.

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