More 18th Century Thirst Traps Please

Dragostea Din Tei party boat:

Le tricheur à l'as de carreau, huile sur toile, 106x146, ca 1636, Musée du Louvre

Today’s insect is a master of disguise. 🥸Meet the beautiful orchid mantis (Hymenopus coronatus). With back legs that change color and resemble petals, this insect blends in perfectly among flowers. But don’t be fooled by its pretty, pink appearance! This critter is a formidable predator. It uses its spiny front legs to grab prey, like spiders and insects, which often mistake the mantis for a flower. It can be spotted in parts of Asia including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. 

Look at these temperatures. Blissful.

Bark Europa

Evening Dress

c. 1855

Crème silk and wool mixed gauze with floral print; triple-flounced skirt.

France