Butterflies — Collection of Hand Drawings (19th century) — Charles Dessalines D’Orbigny
Winged variety, drawn from life. D’Orbigny’s elegant butterfly studies arrange multiple species with clear profiles, fine wing venation, and poised symmetry—scientific exactitude with a draftsman’s grace. A calm sheet that brings natural history into focus.
Why it captivates
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Natural-history charm — crisp observation of form, colour, and pattern.
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Graphic clarity — clean outlines and balanced spacing read beautifully across a room.
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Timeless palette — soft creams with restrained colour accents suit classic or modern interiors.
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Educational appeal — ideal for design lovers, collectors, and budding lepidopterists.
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Effortless décor — a refined focal point for studies, hallways, and living spaces.
What you’ll see
A curated array of butterflies shown in measured arrangement: open-wing and side views, delicate antennae, and precise markings. The uncluttered ground keeps attention on shape, symmetry, and pattern—orderly, informative, and quietly beautiful.
A richer historical frame
Working in the 19th century, Charles Dessalines D’Orbigny (1806–1876) helped popularise natural-history art that balanced taxonomy and aesthetics. Such plates made the beauty of lepidoptera widely accessible—part study tool, part interior refinement—linking cabinet-of-curiosity tradition to modern design.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich colour and fine gradation.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
504 × 841 mm (approx. 19.84 × 33.11 in)
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Orientation: Portrait
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Aspect ratio: ~3 : 5
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Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — portrait
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Framing tips:
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Use an A1 frame with a custom mat window cut to ~500 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).
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Contemporary: float-mount in A1 to reveal the sheet edge and create a clean shadow gap.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Butterflies — Collection of Hand Drawings |
| Artist | Charles Dessalines D’Orbigny (1806–1876) |
| Date | 19th century |
| Subject | Lepidoptera studies (morphology, venation, markings) |
| Print Size | 504 mm (W) × 841 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Natural-history lovers & lepidopterists
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Designers & stylists seeking crisp, symmetrical graphics
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Educators & students of entomology and illustration
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Gift-givers after a refined, timeless piece
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and clarity of your piece.
Let quiet precision take wing—order your Butterflies — Collection of Hand Drawings print today.
