Insecta Hymenoptera, Plate 21 by Frederick DuCane Godman, 1879
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Frederick DuCane Godman’s Insecta Hymenoptera, Plate 21 (first published 1879) is a quintessential Victorian zoological illustration, created to document the extraordinary diversity...
Read the full product descriptionFrederick DuCane Godman’s Insecta Hymenoptera, Plate 21 (first published 1879) is a quintessential Victorian zoological illustration, created to document the extraordinary diversity of bees, wasps, ants, and their relatives. An English naturalist and collector born in 1834, Godman championed careful observation at a moment when natural history blossomed into a truly systematic science. This plate reflects that spirit: crisp linework, measured color, and a lucid composition that invites close study rather than dramatic flourish.
Offered here as a museum-quality fine art print by The Unique Maps Co., your edition can be produced on acid-free archival paper or on artist’s cotton canvas. Multiple sizes are available, from intimate study-friendly formats to statement pieces, with optional framing and matting. We also offer customized margins, discreet titling, and personalization to suit your space—ideal for gallery walls, home libraries, and studios.
About the artist: Godman was deeply engaged in the classification of the natural world, particularly entomology, and worked in concert with leading scientists and illustrators of his day. His work helped codify visual standards for identification, making complex taxonomic differences legible to specialists and enthusiasts alike. Through projects like this, he bridged field observation, collecting, and scholarly publication to expand knowledge across the Victorian and early Edwardian eras.
Why this subject matters: Hymenoptera encompasses some of the most ecologically important insects on Earth, from pollinating bees to the endlessly varied forms of wasps and sawflies. This plate’s orderly arrangement, with each specimen labeled by its scientific name, was designed for side-by-side comparison—an elegant solution to a scientific problem. The grid-like presentation channels the 19th century’s drive to sort and understand nature, making the print as informative now as it was to its original readers.
Color, style, and design: The composition is restrained and luminous. On a clean white field, bodies shaded in warm beige and naturalistic browns are accented by notes of orange—especially along segmented abdomens—while translucent wings glow with pale yellow tints. Fine, decisive outlines capture antennae, legs, and wing venation, while softer interior strokes model volume and texture. The overall effect is both meticulous and serene: a study in clarity that pairs beautifully with oak, linen, terracotta, and other warm neutrals. For collectors and interior designers, it offers the rare blend of scientific rigor and decorative poise—equally at home above a writing desk or as the anchor of a natural history gallery wall.
This print makes a thoughtful gift for entomologists, beekeepers, gardeners, and lovers of natural history—perfect for Christmas, birthdays, Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, or a housewarming. It’s also a considerate choice for someone who has recently visited a natural history museum or returned from a nature-focused journey, offering a timeless keepsake of discovery and curiosity.
If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.
You 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 more examples of personalisation.
You can also choose to age 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 lots of examples of other aged artwork.
The model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this art print.
I 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 get in touch.
This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.
This artwork is also available as a float framed canvas, sometimes known as a shadow gap framed canvas or canvas floater. The work is printed on artist's cotton canvas and then stretched over a handmade box frame. We then "float" the canvas inside a wooden frame, which is available in a range of colours (black, dark brown, oak, antique gold and white). This is a wonderful way to present an art print without glazing in front. See some examples of float framed canvas art and explore the differences between my different finishes.
Frederick DuCane Godman’s Insecta Hymenoptera, Plate 21 (first published 1879) is a quintessential Victorian zoological illustration, created to document the extraordinary diversity of bees, wasps, ants, and their relatives. An English naturalist and collector born in 1834, Godman championed careful observation at a moment when natural history blossomed into a truly systematic science. This plate reflects that spirit: crisp linework, measured color, and a lucid composition that invites close study rather than dramatic flourish.
Offered here as a museum-quality fine art print by The Unique Maps Co., your edition can be produced on acid-free archival paper or on artist’s cotton canvas. Multiple sizes are available, from intimate study-friendly formats to statement pieces, with optional framing and matting. We also offer customized margins, discreet titling, and personalization to suit your space—ideal for gallery walls, home libraries, and studios.
About the artist: Godman was deeply engaged in the classification of the natural world, particularly entomology, and worked in concert with leading scientists and illustrators of his day. His work helped codify visual standards for identification, making complex taxonomic differences legible to specialists and enthusiasts alike. Through projects like this, he bridged field observation, collecting, and scholarly publication to expand knowledge across the Victorian and early Edwardian eras.
Why this subject matters: Hymenoptera encompasses some of the most ecologically important insects on Earth, from pollinating bees to the endlessly varied forms of wasps and sawflies. This plate’s orderly arrangement, with each specimen labeled by its scientific name, was designed for side-by-side comparison—an elegant solution to a scientific problem. The grid-like presentation channels the 19th century’s drive to sort and understand nature, making the print as informative now as it was to its original readers.
Color, style, and design: The composition is restrained and luminous. On a clean white field, bodies shaded in warm beige and naturalistic browns are accented by notes of orange—especially along segmented abdomens—while translucent wings glow with pale yellow tints. Fine, decisive outlines capture antennae, legs, and wing venation, while softer interior strokes model volume and texture. The overall effect is both meticulous and serene: a study in clarity that pairs beautifully with oak, linen, terracotta, and other warm neutrals. For collectors and interior designers, it offers the rare blend of scientific rigor and decorative poise—equally at home above a writing desk or as the anchor of a natural history gallery wall.
This print makes a thoughtful gift for entomologists, beekeepers, gardeners, and lovers of natural history—perfect for Christmas, birthdays, Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, or a housewarming. It’s also a considerate choice for someone who has recently visited a natural history museum or returned from a nature-focused journey, offering a timeless keepsake of discovery and curiosity.
If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.
You 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 more examples of personalisation.
You can also choose to age 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 lots of examples of other aged artwork.
The model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this art print.
I 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 get in touch.
This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.
This artwork is also available as a float framed canvas, sometimes known as a shadow gap framed canvas or canvas floater. The work is printed on artist's cotton canvas and then stretched over a handmade box frame. We then "float" the canvas inside a wooden frame, which is available in a range of colours (black, dark brown, oak, antique gold and white). This is a wonderful way to present an art print without glazing in front. See some examples of float framed canvas art and explore the differences between my different finishes.
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We use super-clear acrylic glazing, also known as Perspex or Acrylite, instead of traditional glass. It is lighter, safer, and has lower reflectivity, giving the artwork a clearer, cleaner appearance.
Six standard frame colours are available at no extra cost: black, dark brown, dark grey, oak, white, and antique gold. Custom framing and mounting/matting is also available for customers looking for something more specific.
Most maps, art prints, and illustrations are also available as a framed canvas. We use matte cotton canvas, stretch it over a sustainably sourced wooden box frame, and then float the piece within a wooden outer frame. The finished result is beautifully presented, with no glazing between you and the artwork.
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I have been asked hundreds of times over the years by customers if they could buy a map that looks even older.
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If you're unsure, stick to the Original colour of the map. If you want something a bit darker and older looking, go for Aged.
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Sono molto sicuro che ti piacerà la tua mappa restaurata o la stampa d'arte. Lo faccio dal 1984. Sono un venditore Etsy a 5 stelle. Ho venduto decine di migliaia di mappe e stampe d'arte e ho oltre 5.000 recensioni reali a 5 stelle.
Utilizzo un processo unico per restaurare mappe e opere d'arte che richiede molto tempo e lavoro. Trovare le mappe e le illustrazioni originali può richiedere mesi. Utilizzo tecnologia all'avanguardia e incredibilmente costosa per scannerizzare e restaurarle. Di conseguenza, garantisco che le mie mappe e stampe d'arte siano superiori alle altre - ecco perché posso offrire un rimborso senza problemi.
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