Ladybugs are special little beings, and are well known due to their vibrant and distinctive appearance. However, what is less well known is the origin of their name. Ladybugs are loved by farmers and gardeners alike for their ability to keep away other pests from their crops and plants. The story goes that in The Middle Ages, a large swarm of insects descended on Europe, attacking the crops and threatening the people with starvation. After praying to the Virgin Mary for some restbite from these pests, a cloud of red, black spotted beetles arrived and began to eat the harmful insects, halting the eradication of the farmers crops. Seeing them as sent from the heavens, the little beetle was named 'Our Lady's Beetle' which then evolved to the name we call them now.
 
These Fine Art Giclee Prints provide a high quality print version of original wildlife artworks without the higher price tag of original pieces. 
All prints are colour matched to be as close to the original as possible.
All prints will be sold mounted but unframed. 
If you are interested in the original  artwork, please see the ‘Lady Mary’ in Shop.
 
This product is on a limited edition print run of 50.