Locupletissimi rerum naturalium thesauri, Accurata descriptio, Iconibus artificiosissimis expressio, per universam physices historiam, Amstelaedami, Apud J. Wetstenium, Gul. Smith, Janssonio-Waesbergios, 1734-1765. Natural history, Pictorial works, Pre-Linnean works, A detailed illustration showcasing various species of insects, prominently featuring a range of dragonflies and mantises in different poses. Each insect is intricately rendered, displaying distinctive characteristics such as wing patterns, body shapes, and leg structures. The dragonflies are depicted in flight, highlighting their elongated bodies and delicate wings, while the mantises are shown in both profile and frontal views, emphasizing their unique posture and grasping forelegs. Numbers accompany each insect, suggesting a systematic approach to classification. The overall composition provides a rich study of entomology, reflecting the diversity and complexity of insect life.