[Entomological Portents of a Warm Summer]
[Trident], pseud. [Henry R Howard] *
Genre: | Illustration, Drollery |
Relevant illustrations: | wdct. |
Illustrators: | [Trident], pseud. [Henry R Howard] * |
Subjects: | Animal Behaviour, Natural History |
Shows a old woman sitting inside a cosy room, which has a window revealing a snow storm outside. Hovering near her is a large wasp, at which she shows delight because it portends 'a Warm and Early Summer'. The caption reveals that the inspiration for the picture is a recent article in the Field. |
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