Submerged Serenade: Morpho Didius & Menelaus Butterfly Reflections empiricalThe Butterfly, or Swarm, series explores themes of transformation, fragility, and mortality through the symbolic and physical presence of butterflies suspended within water. Across cultures and histories, the butterfly has carried layered meanings regeneration, freedom, spirituality, and death most notably within Greek thought, where it is closely associated with the soul. These works engage with that symbolic lineage while grounding it in direct
The print is created underwater of a 'Veiled skull with flowers' from the series 'A beautiful announcement of death' dated 2012-2013
'Mirror of the goddess - plate I’
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and the weight of human activity that contribute to their separation and ultimate liquified resolution
The Butterfly
250 grammes - h 20cms x w 6 cms (each)Edition of VII
The production process is designed around circular principles with reduced material waste and low energy manufacturing
The artwork evokes visions of space
The frame seen in the photographs is for illustration purposes only
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unmounted & unframed
blending playful design with a powerful message of sustainability and thoughtful living